After 3 & Weekend Programs

Friends Academy offers three different after school/weekend opportunities; Extended Day, After School Enrichment, and Saturday Programs
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Extended Day

Extended Day is an opportunity for students to engage in hands-on, minds-on activities in a variety of areas. The activities are created and supervised by certified teachers and teacher assistants. A few of the many activities include baking, arts and crafts, manipulatives such as Legos or puzzles and/or outdoor play. In addition, daily homework time is scheduled into every afternoon. Extended Day is available for one to five days per week. Enrollment is done in one of two ways for your convenience. Please see enrollment options.

Days of the Week Monday - Friday
Early Childhood Session Time 2:45 - 6:00 pm
Grades K - 4th Session Time 3:10 - 6:00 pm
Start Date First full week of school

 

 

Regular vs. Drop-In Enrollment

Regular:
Regular enrollment should be submitted in advance for the whole school year, or a month at a time. Students may also enroll in Extended Day on the same days they participate in the Enrichment program for a pro-rated fee.

Extended day enrollment is online only. Email confirmations will be sent out to the email address used to register.

Drop-In:
Drop-in enrollment is for your convenience, or as a last minute option. Drop-in requests can be submitted the same week or day, or within 24 hours notice all for an additional fee. Extended day enrollment through the website is required before any Drop-In requests are accepted.

Please note that while we will try to accommodate all Drop-In requests, we may not be able to accept all Drop-Ins based on attendance. In addition, an email must also be sent to afterschool@fa.org indicating the change in dismissal for the week or day that the Drop-In option is requested.

Fees

Daily Fees: $36/day (K-4th) $40/day (EC)
After Enrichment: $20/day (K-4th) $25/day (EC)
Drop-In: $45 per day

Fees will be charged to your student account monthly.

Enrollment

To enroll your child in the Extended Day program, choose between Regular Enrollment or Drop-In. If choosing Regular enrollment, please complete the enrollment form and choose the specific DAYS of the week you want your child to attend on a regular basis. If you plan to use the Drop-In service, please complete the form and check the DROP IN box. If your child is enrolled in an Enrichment class on the same day, your child will be escorted to the Extended Day program when the class is over. Program Fees will be charged to your student account upon your child's enrollment confirmation. Items marked with an * are required.

Please use the form below to enroll your child in our After School Extended Day Program. Complete exactly one form for each child you are enrolling.

 

 

After School Enrichment

Our Enrichment program is designed to broaden our students’ experiences, deepen their understanding of various subject matters, and develop specific skill sets. Classes are taught by experienced Friends faculty and professional instructors. Sessions are grouped to accommodate various learning levels and may be grade specific due to the field of study.

Grade

Session Time

Early Childhood 2:45 - 3:15 pm
K-8th 3:20 - 4:20 pm

 

Enrollment

All students must be enrolled in order to attend Enrichment. Drop-ins are not permitted. Enrollment is online only and operates on a first-come first-served basis. Programs will close as they reach their maximum number of students, as noted on the course descriptions, and may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment.

 If a class is closed, you may email afterschool@fa.org to indicate that you would like to be placed on the "waiting list" and you will be notified if a space becomes available.

Children will be able to drop a course after the first class, but there is no guarantee that they will be able to add/join another class after doing so. This will depend on overall enrollment in the classes. Please note, that due to salary commitments and material costs, one-half of tuition will be refunded if a student chooses to drop a course after the first class but before the second class. Refunds and class changes will not be permitted after the second class. No exceptions will be made.

Register for Enrichment classes 

Winter 2024 Enrichment: Early Childhood

Note: Financial Aid is available for all Enrichment classes. Please email Director of Auxiliary Programs Carline Folkes for more information.

All classes are $225 and run between 2:45 and 3:15 pm.

Mondays 1/8, 1/22, 1/29, 2 /5 , 2/12  

Tuesdays 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13

Wednesdays 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/30, 2/7, 2/14

Thursdays 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15

Register for Enrichment classes 

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Mondays: Play-Doh Critter Creations This class will give young minds the opportunity to explore their creativity while learning about the animal kingdom through the magic of Play-Doh! 

Tuesdays: Snow-Flake Studio This class offers students a chance to explore a variety of art processes such as painting, 3D sculptures, and mixed media. Students will use a number of different art materials, some conventional ones like paint brushes, and some unconventional ones like forks. All the projects will have a winter theme.

Wednesdays: Bugs & Creepy Crawlies Explore the world of bugs and creepy crawlies through literacy, science, cooking, and art. Enjoy a new activity each week to learn about a new creature! 

Thursdays: Fairytale Science In this program, children will combine the magic of fairy tales with the fun of science experiments to create a unique and exciting learning experience!

 

Winter 2024 Enrichment: K-2nd Grade

Note: Financial Aid is available for all Enrichment classes. Please email Director of Auxiliary Programs Carline Folkes for more information.

All classes are $295 and run between 3:20-4:20 pm.

Mondays 1/8, 1/22, 1/29, 2 /5 , 2/12 

Tuesdays 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13

Wednesdays 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/30, 2/7, 2/14

Thursdays 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15

Register for Enrichment classes 

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Mondays: Tech Tykes In this course students will learn how to utilize each block of code through M.I.T.’s Scratch programming language by creating mini games throughout each lesson.

Tuesdays: Shutterbugs Photography Have you ever wanted to be a Photographer? Well, this is your chance! In this afterschool class, children will learn the basics of photography in all of its forms.  Our Shutterbugs will about composition, lighting and other core strategies that allow professionals to take incredible photos. Children will also get to take pictures of campus, go on nature tours and much more. IPads will be provided for the program.

Wednesdays: Magic Masters in the Making Unlock the secrets of the magician's world in our exclusive 6-week program. This enchanting journey takes aspiring young magicians on a captivating ride through the art of magic, led by a seasoned magician with years of experience. Topics include: defying gravity, street magic and much more! (Grade 2 Only)

Wednesdays: Chess Make your move! This program will help students gain knowledge of chess: piece movement, check, and checkmate. Students are grouped by grade level and receive both instruction and guided game-play during each session.

Thursdays: Cartooning Artists learn the art of cartooning, including imagining and sketching characters, preparing and discovering the creative process for comic strips and animation. Artists learn to communicate with images rather than words (Grades 1-2 only)

 

Winter 2024 Enrichment: 3rd-4th Grades

Note: Financial Aid is available for all Enrichment classes. Please email Director of Auxiliary Programs Carline Folkes for more information.

All classes are $295 and run between 3:20-4:20 pm.

Mondays 1/8, 1/22, 1/29, 2 /5 , 2/12 

Tuesdays 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13

Wednesdays 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/30, 2/7, 2/14

Thursdays 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15

Register for Enrichment classes 

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Mondays: Chess Make your move! This program will help students gain knowledge of chess: piece movement, check, and checkmate. Students are grouped by grade level and receive both instruction and guided game-play during each session

Tuesdays: Board Game Buddies Do you love playing games with friends? Would you like to try and learn some new games? Come enjoy our board and card game program where each week we will introduce a game or two and then have an opportunity to play. There will be some old favorites, like checkers, as well as some new games, like Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza! 

Tuesdays: Video Games in Scratch  Students in this course will make complex video games using Scratch programming language with the goal of creating games that can be published so that their family members and friends can experience their games. No prior experience required.

Wednesdays: Magic Masters in the Making Unlock the secrets of the magician's world in our exclusive 6-week program. This enchanting journey takes aspiring young magicians on a captivating ride through the art of magic, led by a seasoned magician with years of experience. Topics include: defying gravity, street magic and much more!

Wednesdays: Speech & Debate Are you eager to improve your public speaking and argument skills? Join our Speech and Debate class! This course covers speech events, including public address events where you create your speeches on different topics and interpretive events where you perform published material. You'll also learn how to craft persuasive speeches and engage in debates on various subjects, enhancing your research, analysis, and communication abilities. This class will boost your speaking confidence and critical thinking, and no prior experience is required – just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm

Thursdays: Cartooning Artists learn the art of cartooning, including imagining and sketching characters, preparing and discovering the creative process for comic strips and animation. Artists learn to communicate with images rather than words.

 

Winter 2024 Enrichment: 5th-8th Grades

Note: Financial Aid is available for all Enrichment classes. Please email Director of Auxiliary Programs Carline Folkes for more information.

All classes are $295 and run from 3:30 -4:30 pm.

Mondays 1/8, 1/22, 1/29, 2 /5 , 2/12 

Tuesdays 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13

Wednesdays 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/30, 2/7, 2/14

Thursdays 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15

Register for Enrichment classes 

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Mondays: Chamber Music - Strings Chamber music is a form of classical music that is composed for a small group of instruments. Students in this class will form duets, trio, or quartets. Students who have participated in chamber rehearsals think that it is the most enjoyable way to practice music, and it is so much fun to make friends within music groups. Please note: Students' instrumental level needs to be at least NYSSMA level 1 or equivalent. This program is only open to string students who play violin, viola, cello, or bass.

Wednesdays: Speech & Debate Are you eager to improve your public speaking and argument skills? Join our Speech and Debate class! This course covers speech events, including public address events where you create your speeches on different topics and interpretive events where you perform published material. You'll also learn how to craft persuasive speeches and engage in debates on various subjects, enhancing your research, analysis, and communication abilities. This class will boost your speaking confidence and critical thinking, and no prior experience is required – just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm!

Winter 2024 Enrichment: Grades 9-12

Note: Financial Aid is available for all Enrichment classes. Please email Director of Auxiliary Programs Carline Folkes for more information.

Courses to be announced shortly!

Terms & Conditions

As the final step in enrollment you will be asked to review and agree to the After School Programs Terms & Conditions statement. Please discuss this policy with your child, as compliance is a required for participation.

If you have any questions about Enrichment, please email afterschool@fa.org.

Saturday Programs

Scroll down for program descriptions, fees, and registration.

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Grade

Sessions

8 - 36 months w/Caregiver Tot's Time
Ages 3 - 4

Leaps & Beats: Disney's Encanto

Grades K - 2           

Broadway Beginners

Happy Feet with Aerial Dance

Grades 3 - 5

Broadway Stars

Aerial Dance

 

8 - 36 Months w/ Caregiver Saturday Programs

Tot's Time (10:00am - 11:00am)

This program includes music and movement classes, story time, arts and crafts, and much more! Our experienced instructor Ms. Lindsay will create a welcoming and supportive environment where both you and your child can learn and have fun together!

Not only will your child benefit from the social interaction and stimulation, but you will also have the opportunity to connect with other families in the community.

Our Tot's Time program is a great way to build lasting friendships and support networks. $175

Ages 3 - 4 Saturday Programs

Leaps & Beats : Disney's Encanto! 9:30am - 10:30am

Children will learn by way of dance to explore space, body shapes, dynamics and timing of movements. This energetic class explores everyday situations from a child's mind. Through guided movement activities students will explore and create imaginative stories and use musical instruments to perform their own beats. Children will be introduced to Aerial Dance. $175

 

Grades K - 2 Saturday Programs

Broadway Beginners 9:30am - 10:30am

 If your child loves to act, dance, and sing then we have the perfect program for them! Children will learn songs and perform scenes that they will share at the end of each session. Children will have the opportunity to enhance their performance skills and have some fun with other performing artists! $175

Happy Flying Feet! 10:45am - 11:45am

Ms. JoJo will teach students by way of dance to explore space, body shapes, dynamics and timing of movements. Students will do some work with aerial silks during this program. $175

 

 

Grades 3 - 5 Saturday Programs

Broadway Stars 10:45am - 11:45am

If your child loves to act, dance, and sing then we have the perfect program for them! Children will learn songs and perform scenes that they will share at the end of each session. Children will have the opportunity to enhance their performance skills and have some fun with other performing artists! 

Aerial Dance 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Our aerial class will give students the opportunity to do aerial warm-ups, gain a basic understanding of an aerial set-up, simple combinations with aerial play, and how to “spot” for safety. Students will also learn skills such as bent and straight-arm hanging, French climbing, knots, and  swing tricks. The class will culminate with a mini performance. $175

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