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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
Fall 2023 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 $210 and run between 2:45 and 3:15 pm.
Mondays: 10/2, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20
Tuesdays: 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14
Wednesdays: 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8
Thursdays: 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/16
Register for Enrichment classes
Mondays: Messy Science These exciting hands-on experiments will encourage children to “dig deeper” and discover the wonders of science. Their love of science will unfold as they experiment on topics and make a mess!
Tuesdays: Creative Cuisines This class will unite science and math skills to create delicious delicacies! Children will have the opportunity to mix and measure and make predictions using their five senses. Creating fun artistic recipes with food using a no bake, no cook method will foster creativity skills and skills such as turn taking, sharing, and working together as a team.
Wednesdays: Flying Colors Children will create their own personal works of art. They will express their creativity using a variety of different mediums and materials to draw, paint, and so much more. Children will use their imagination to make each art project uniquely their own. It’s time to have fun and get creative!
Thursdays: LEGO Creations Studies show that playing with LEGOs can stimulate multiple parts of the brain connected to fine motor skills, problem solving and creative thinking, plus they are just lots of fun! Come create, design and build with friends!
Fall 2023 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 $280 and run between 3:20-4:20 pm.
Mondays: 10/2, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20
Tuesdays: 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14
Wednesdays: 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8
Thursdays: 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/16
Register for Enrichment classes
Mondays: Happy, Flying Feet 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.
Mondays: Messy Science These exciting hands-on experiments will encourage children to “dig deeper” and discover the wonders of science. Their love of science will unfold as they experiment on topics and make a mess!
Tuesdays: Lacrosse Lacrosse will be led by our Assistant Varsity Lacrosse Coach AJ Pengo. along with our Upper School Varsity athletes. Children will learn the fundamentals of lacrosse and will have the opportunity to have fun in game-like scenarios while developing their skills.
Boys link for equipmenthttps://www.lacrosseunlimited.com/build-your-own-starter-set.html
Girls link for equipment https://www.lacrosseunlimited.com/stx-exult-backpack-girls-starter-set.html
Tuesdays: Broadway Beginners: The Wizard of Oz No previous acting experience necessary! In this program, students will participate in skits and theater games. Students will learn theater terms, the parts of a skit, and goals of the characters. Theater games help students use their creativity to communicate and improvise. On the last day of the program, the skits will be performed and parents are invited to attend!
Wednesdays: Basketball Coach Johnsen along with our Upper School Varsity athletes will be teaching children the fundamentals of basketball. Students will get to have fun in game- like scenarios while developing their skills.
Thursdays: Flying Colors Children will create their own personal works of art. They will express their creativity using a variety of different mediums and materials to draw, paint, and so much more. Children will use their imagination to make each art project uniquely their own. It’s time to have fun and get creative!
Fall 2023 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 $280 and run between 3:20-4:20 pm.
Mondays: 10/2, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20
Tuesdays: 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14
Wednesdays: 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8
Thursdays: 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/16
Register for Enrichment classes
Mondays: Drama Games We will use our imaginations and creativity to express ourselves in a supportive community with a focus on having fun! Each week we will explore different improvisation exercises and theater games in order to develop characters, listen to each other on stage, and free up our bodies as performers. Led by Nurse Daisy (BFA in acting from Playwrights Horizons Theater School at NYU)
Tuesdays: Basketball This program will be led by our recent Section VIII Coach of the Year and Fred Smith Memorial Coaching award, Coach Johnsen. Coach Johnsen along with our Upper School Varsity athletes will be teaching children the fundamentals of basketball. Students will get to have fun in game- like scenarios while developing their skills.
Tuesdays: Graphic Design Fun! Students will design and create their own logos, digital posters and even birthday invitations ready to download and print. Each week students will learn about the specifics of fonts, spacing, and graphics while also determining a clear message to convey to their audience in their designs. Students will enhance their technology, communication and presentations skills during this enrichment class.
Wednesday: Lacrosse Lacrosse will be led by our Assistant Varsity Lacrosse Coach AJ Pengo. along with our Upper School Varsity athletes. Children will learn the fundamentals of lacrosse and will have the opportunity to have fun in game-like scenarios while developing their skills.
Boys link for equipment https://www.lacrosseunlimited.com/build-your-own-starter-set.html
Girls link for equipment https://www.lacrosseunlimited.com/stx-exult-backpack-girls-starter-set.html
Wednesdays: Aerial Silks 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.
Thursdays: Broadway Beginners: Mary Poppins No previous acting experience necessary! In this program, students will participate in skits and theater games. Students will learn theater terms, the parts of a skit, and goals of the characters. Theater games help students use their creativity to communicate and improvise. On the last day of the program, the skits will be performed and parents are invited to attend!
Fall 2023 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 $280 and run from 3:30 -4:30 pm.
Mondays: 10/2, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20
Tuesdays: 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14
Wednesdays: 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8
Thursdays: 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/16
Register for Enrichment classes
Mondays: Friends with Voices Love to sing and want to do it with more talented and enthusiastic singers? Join this exciting program for the opportunity to belt out tunes from pop to musical theater scores!
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.
Tuesdays: Scratch & Intro to Python In this program, students will start off making games in scratch to get an understanding of coding concepts before transitioning to Python coding language. Game design will get more sophisticated to improve problem solving skills and develop programming skills. At the end of this program students should understand the basics of Python and programming logic
Wednesdays: Learning Japanese through Anime! This Program is designed for students who are interested in Japanese language and culture. Starting with the three aspects, Hiragana, Katakana and Kanji, students will be on the path from zero to dialog. Students will learn the language by watching and discussing Japanese Anime. Students will be introduced to Hayao Miyazaki as well as the latest Spy X Family.
Wednesdays: NO Stress Book Club!Let’s talk about BOOKS! Not just one book, but many! Or you might prefer just listening and that’s ok too! All students will have the opportunity to select a new book to read and keep. Bring your current read, or any book/magazine/article you’ve read in the past to the first class!
Thursdays: Handbell Choir In this handbell ensemble, students will work each week on learning pop, musical theater, and folk songs to play at community events and will end their rehearsal time with a big evening performance at "Holiday with Friends" on December 6th. Each member will grow their own musicianship and confidence while learning to work as a collaborative team. This will be a fun way to spend time with friends, play some fun music, and become an important founding member of our first and only handbell team!
Fall 2023 Enrichment: Grades 9-12
Note: Financial Aid is available for all Enrichment classes. Please email Director of Auxiliary Programs Carline Folkes for more information.
Mondays: 10/2, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20
Tuesdays: 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14
Wednesdays: 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8
Thursdays: 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/16
Register for Enrichment classes
Mondays: Python & Game Development In this program students will learn how to read and write Python by developing various applications. As students become more comfortable with the programming language they will use the module called “Pygame” to develop games. Students will have the opportunity to collaborate with your teammates to build and test games just as a game development team would. Please note: This program runs for 90 minutes (3:30pm -5:00pm) $350
Tuesdays: Learning Japanese through Anime! Learning Japanese through Anime is designed for students who are interested in Japanese language and culture. Starting with the three aspects, Hiragana, Katakana and Kanji, students will be on the path from zero to dialog. Students will learn the language by watching and discussing Japanese Anime. Students will be introduced to Hayao Miyazaki as well as the latest Spy X Family. $280
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.
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