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THE GEHMS PTO IS PLEASED TO PRESENT
MAGNETIC ATTRACTIONS 2015
Magnetic Attractions is the Glastonbury East Hartford Magnet School’s
Afterschool Enrichment Program for all students and all grades. This program offers a host of classes over a wide range of topics from
March 30th through May 1st. Classes for Grades K-5 are held 3:30-4:30 PM, PreK classes are 3-4 PM.
*** HARTFORD BUS EVERY TUESDAY at 4:30 p.m. *** This year for the first time we are pleased to offer a Hartford bus after Magnetic
Attractions on Tuesdays March 31, April 7, April 21, and April 28 for Hartford students grades PreK-5. The bus will make several stops at locations in Hartford accessible to our families. Once registration is complete, we will follow up with
more details and permission slips.
REGISTRATION BEGINS Saturday, February 28.
**** Registration is done on a first come, first served basis!
Sign up early to have the greatest choice of classes. ****
NO REGISTRATION IS FINAL UNTIL CONFIRMED BY THE SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
We need parent helpers for most classes. When creating your on-line profile to register your children, please indicate if you are able to assist the instructor on a specific date or for a specific class.
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THERE ARE TWO ROUNDS OF REGISTRATION In order to increase the likelihood that all students can get into at least one class of their choosing, we will have two separate rounds of registration. Round One: Saturday, February 28, 10:00 AM – Wednesday, March 4, 11:59 PM In Round One, students may sign up for one class only (either a series class that meets multiple times OR a class that meets one time). Round Two: Saturday, March 7, 10:00 AM – Wednesday, March 11, 11:59 PM In Round Two, students may sign up for up to five additional classes. (A series class that meets multiple times counts as one class). *** Remember - No registration is final until confirmed by the system administrator. ***
GEHMS Magnetic Attractions 2015
Sign up for your favorite activities for fun, friends and a lifetime of memories! Something for Everyone! We have more than 90 classes to offer this year! All classes run from 3:30-4:30 PM except PreK classes which run 3-4PM. Pickup time is 4 PM for PreK and 4:30 PM for all others. Please be on time to pick up your child. Behavior Expectations GEHMS Magnetic Attractions is an enrichment program to be enjoyed by all students. Instructors are volunteers who are generously donating their time—behave! Mean or disruptive behaviors are serious issues that affect learning and the enjoyment of the program for the entire class. In order to preserve and extend that right to all students, enrollees in this program who do not adhere to school behavior guidelines will be removed from class and will not be allowed to participate in any remaining MA classes.
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
ARTS & CRAFTS p. 4
FOOD & COOKING p. 9
JUST FOR FUN p. 12
MUSIC & DRAMA p. 15
SCIENCE/TECH/GLOBAL STUDIES p. 17
SPORTS OF ALL SORTS p. 20
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Payments/Refunds Payment for all class fees, if any, is due at time of registration. Your spot will not be reserved until payment is received. Payments will be processed through PayPal at the time of registration. (Your receipt will indicate a payment made to Anh-Thi Mouradov, PTO Co-Treasurer.) If you do not have computer access and are completing a paper registration, please submit a check or money order to “GEHMS PTO” and place in the PTO mailbox in the main office. ***Remember – your registration can not be confirmed until payment is received.*** Your payment will be refunded if classes are full or cancelled.
PARENTS: Registration instructions, course catalog, and link to register are available online at www.ehgems-pto.wikispaces.com.
1. Follow the instructions for online registration carefully. Improperly completed registrations may mean that your student does not get into classes of their choosing.
2. You will receive one confirmation email per class. 3. Class locations will be announced each day during after-school announcements. 4. Are you available to volunteer? Helpers are requested for most classes and are
appreciated in any classes. Please sign up during registration if you are able to help on a particular date for a class.
5. All registration questions can be directed to Anh-Thi Mouradov at (860) 680-8879 or [email protected].
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GLASTONBURY-EAST HARTFORD MAGNET SCHOOL
MAGNETIC ATTRACTIONS PROGRAM COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Program Duration: March 30 – May 1, 2015
ARTS & CRAFTS
PAINTING WITH ACRYLICS ON CANVAS (3 part series class)
Date: Thursdays April 2, April 9, & April 23 Grades K-3
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit 15 students
Cost: $5
We will use acrylic paints on canvas to create a unique custom piece. We will go over brainstorming,
planning, inspiration, blending, line work, and color choices. Discover your inner artist! All students must
bring a smock to wear. (This is a three part series class.)
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Jenna Rodriquez
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
FRIENDSHIP NECKLACES
Date: Monday March 30 Grades: K-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit 12 students
Cost: $2
Create unique necklaces to give as gifts for friends and family! Kids will paint metal rings and hang them
on colored string or ribbon for a personal expression of creativity and friendship.
Instructors: GEHMS Parent Stephanie Maynard and Student Ivy Maynard
FROZEN CRAFTS I
Date: Tuesday, March 31 Grades PreK only
Time: 3 – 4 PM Limit: 12 students per session
Cost: $0
Students will combine their love of science and the popular Disney movie Frozen to concoct their own
Frozen-inspired crafts such as snowflakes and glittery silly putty that they can take home. These are two
separate classes.
Instructors: GEHMS Principal Donlon and Assistant Principal Stanco
FROZEN CRAFTS II
Date: Thursday April 9 PreK only
Time: 3 – 4 PM Limit: 12 students per session
Cost: $0
Students will combine their love of science and the popular Disney movie Frozen to concoct their own
Frozen-inspired crafts such as snowflakes and glittery silly putty that they can take home. These are two
separate classes.
Instructors: GEHMS Principal Donlon and Assistant Principal Stanco
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FROZEN CRAFTS III
Date: Tuesday, April 21 Grades K-1
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $0
Students will combine their love of science and the popular Disney movie Frozen to concoct their own
Frozen-inspired crafts such as snowflakes and glittery silly putty that they can take home.
Instructors: GEHMS Principal Donlon and Vice Principal Stanco
FROZEN CRAFTS IV
Date: Thursday, April 30 Grades K-1
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $0
Students will combine their love of science and the popular Disney movie Frozen to concoct their own
Frozen-inspired crafts such as snowflakes and glittery silly putty that they can take home.
Instructors: GEHMS Principal Donlon and Vice Principal Stanco
MANDALAS
Date: Wednesday, April 8 Grades 2-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $2
Learn about mandalas, color mandalas, and create our own mandalas! What is a mandala? Mandala means
"sacred circle" in Sanskrit, and mandalas are abstract circle designs used in cultures such as Buddhism,
Hinduism and Navajo. Come create your own beautiful mandala and learn about this unique art form!
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Jana Colacino
ORIGAMI – BEGINNING
Date Wednesday, April 1 Grades K-2
Time: 3:30-4:30 Limit: 8 students
Cost: $0
Students will create basic origami shapes to take home. Two separate classes – not a series.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Stephanie Thurber A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
PERLER BEAD FUN
Date: Monday, April 6 Grades 1-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 8 Students
Cost: $3
Perler beads are a creative craft where students place colored plastic beads on a pegboard and fuse them into
a solid design with a hot iron. Choose from a variety of designs or create your own. Students will go home
with their creations, a pegboard, and a small bag of beads so they can continue the creative fun at home.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Robert Sheahan
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
PAPER MACHE MASKS
Date: Mondays, April 20 & 27 (2 part series) Grades 3-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 5 students
Cost: $4
Students will make a paper mache mask and paint it. The first week students will form the basic mask by
adding paste and paper pulp to a mask blank, forming noses, horns, etc. The second week they will paint it.
Dress for a mess, and be prepared to transport a still wet mask home on the 27th!
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Robert Sheahan
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Date: Tuesday April 21 & 28 (2 part series class) Grades: 3-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 6 students
Cost: $6
An Introduction to Studio Photography. We’ll study composition, lighting and depth field to create
beautiful still life images that will be turned into a 5x7 card or matted print. Students can bring in objects to
be photographed or use the ones I provide. No camera necessary, but feel free to bring one if you’d like!
(This class meets two times.)
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Pamela Bruni
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
POLYMER CLAY BEADS
Date: Thursday, April 23 Grades 2-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $5
We will work with polymer clay to create beads and flat shapes for making necklaces, bracelets, or key
chains. Polymer clay is an oil based synthetic clay that is easy to mold and can be cured in a home oven.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Hansa Makhija
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
PRINTMAKING I and II (2 separate classes)
Date: Tuesday April 7 OR Thursday April 9 Grades: K-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 18 students
Cost: $0
All ages can come and try printmaking. We will be printing using a variety of techniques. Students can
turn their art into post cards or greeting cards! (Printmaking I and II are two separate sessions, but feel free
to sign up for both if you would like.)
Instructor: GEHMS Art Teacher Katie Eck A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
RANGOLI DRAWING & COLORING
Date: Friday April 10 Grades K-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 20 students
Cost: $0
Rangoli is a traditional Indian art form. Kids will connect dots and use their creativity to make a unique and
colorful design.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Chandrika Srinivasa
SOAP MAKING
Date: Friday April 24 Grades 3-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 8 students
Cost: $5
Have you ever wanted to design your own soap? You’ll help choose fragrances & colors in this fun class.
Using melt & pour type soaps, we’ll be making a variety of different projects including Loaf Soap, Beauty
Soap, and Layer Soap.
Instructor: Former GEHMS Parent Lisa Johnson TWO HELPERS ARE NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
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STORY TIME and CRAFT I & II (2 separate classes)
Date: Monday April 20 OR Tuesday April 28 Grade K-1
Time: 3:30 - 4:30 PM Limit 10 students per class
Cost: $4 per session
Explore fun and exciting worlds through stories. Then enjoy creating a craft following the same theme!
These are 2 separate classes – sign up for one or both.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Chelsea Cooper & GEHMS Teacher Mrs. Cole
TIE DYED T-SHIRTS – BASIC
Date: Monday, April 27 Grades 1-3
Time: 3:30 - 4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $12
Did you know that tie-dye is an ancient art form practiced in Africa and Japan among other places? Dyes
allowed people to beautify their clothing and, in fact, dyed clothing was traditionally a sign of prestige
within many communities. Come and learn about the tie-dye process. Each child will make a spiral tie-dye
t-shirt using professional textile dyes which retain their brilliant colors. Please indicate shirt size on the
registration form. S=6-8, M=10-12, L=14-16, XL=18-20. Adult sizes are available upon request on the
registration form. Remember to bring a smock to class if possible. Students will receive their completed
shirts a few days after the class. Parents, please indicate if you can help with this class.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Jana Colacino
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
TIE DYED T-SHIRTS – ADVANCED
Date: Tuesday, April 28 Grades 3-5
Time: 3:30 - 4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $12
In the Advanced class, learn to do X’s, V’s, diamonds and other advanced designs. Please indicate shirt size
on the registration form. S=6-8, M=10-12, L=14-16, XL=18-20. Adult sizes are available upon request on
the registration form. Remember to bring a smock to class if possible. Students will receive their completed
shirts a few days after the class. Parents, please indicate if you can help with this class.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Jana Colacino
TWO HELPERS ARE NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
EXPERIMENTING WITH WATERCOLOR
Date: Friday May 1 Grades K-5
Time 3:30 - 4:30 PM Limit: 15 students
Cost: $1
Students will experiment with layering watercolor over crayon along with exploring brush marks and
mixing colors.
Instructor: GEHMS Parents Theresa Velendzas & Deidy Forte
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
INTRO TO ZENTANGLE K-1
Date: Monday March 30 Grades: K-1
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 10 students
Cost: $0
The Zentangle Method is a fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. This class
will introduce younger students to Zentangle designs.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent and Paraprofessional Tanya LaVallee
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INTRO TO ZENTANGLE
Date: Monday April 6 Grades: PreK only
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM Limit: 10 students
Cost: $0
The Zentangle Method is a fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. This class
will introduce younger students to Zentangle designs.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent and Paraprofessional Tanya LaVallee
TIME TO TANGLE WITH ZENTAGLE
Date: Tuesday: April 7 Grades: 2-5
Time: 3:30 - 4:30 PM Limit: 10 students
Cost: $0 The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing
structured patterns. The Zentangle Method is enjoyed all over this world across a wide range of skills,
interests and ages. Learn how to use Zentangle to create beautiful pictures and designs!
Instructor: GEHMS Librarian, Mrs. Gagnon
TIME TO TANGLE with ADVANCED ZENTANGLE (2 part series)
Date: Tuesdays April 21 & 28 Grades: 2-5
Time 3:30 - 4:30 PM Limit: 10 students
Cost: $0
The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing
structured patterns. The Zentangle Method is enjoyed all over this world across a wide range of skills,
interests and ages. Learn how to use Zentangle to create beautiful pictures and designs! In this two part
series students will explore developing their designs further using watercolors.
Instructor: GEHMS Librarian, Mrs. Gagnon
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FOOD & COOKING All food classes involve cooking and tasting food. To ensure the safety of all students,
participants must download, print and complete the “Food Allergy Permission Form”
from the PTO WikiPage at www.ehgems-pto.wikispaces.com.
ADVANCED CHEESEMAKING
Date: Wednesday April 22 Grades 3-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 8 students
Cost: $2
Expand your cheese making knowledge! Make two of the world’s most popular cheeses, mozzarella and
cheddar, with a master cheese maker. We will taste different cheeses at the end of class. It is useful but not
required to have taken the introductory Cheese Making class in this year or a previous year. Please
complete the Food Allergy Permission Form.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Mark Gillman
CHEESEMAKING
Date: Wednesday April 8 Grades 1-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $2
The craft of making cheese dates back at least 4000 years! We will make ricotta and make cheese curd using
rennet during this 1 hour class. We will taste several different types of cheese at the end of class.
Please complete the Food Allergy Permission Form.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Mark Gillman
DRAGON WHISKER CANDY MAKING
Date: Tuesday, March 31 Grades 3-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 10 students
Cost: $1
Want to learn to make a type of traditional Chinese candy called the Dragon Whiskers Candy? What do you
think the candy will look like and taste like? Come and find out for yourself! Please complete the Food
Allergy Permission Form.
Instructor: GEHMS Chinese Teacher Betty Chang
JIGGLY JELLO
Date: Friday, May 1 Grades: preK only
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM Limit: 10 students
Cost: $0
Everyone loves jello! Let’s make some and eat it together. We’ll enjoy a story while we wait!
Please complete the Food Allergy Permission Form.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Quan Tran
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KIDS CAN COOK! (4 separate classes – not a series – see foods prepared below)
Do you like to make your own snacks after school? Want to impress your family and friends with your
amazing cooking skills? Join me to learn how to make easy and delicious dishes!
All recipes are nut-free, but please complete the “Food Allergy Permission Form” & note any allergies.
Cooking can be messy! Please send your little chef with a smock or apron. Ingredients are provided.
Instructor: GEHMS Teacher Joan Green
KIDS CAN COOK! 1 – VEGGIE SUSHI
Date: Tuesday, March 31 Grades 2-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $4 A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
KIDS CAN COOK! 2 – FRESH SPRING ROLLS
Date: Tuesday, April 7 Grades 2-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $4 A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
KIDS CAN COOK! 3 – CINNAMON-APPLE PANINI WITH CARAMEL SAUCE
Date: Tuesday, April 21 Grades 2-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $4
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
KIDS CAN COOK! 4 – BLUEBERRY-GRANOLA PARFAITS
Date: Tuesday, April 28 Grades 2-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $4
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
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Food and Cooking continued…
SNACK AND CRAFT
Date: Tuesday, April 7 Grades: PreK only
Time: 3-4 PM Limit: 10 students
Cost: $3
Description: We will read If You Give a Mouse a Cookie. Students will have the opportunity to make a
mouse puppet and enjoy a snack of cookies and milk. Please complete the Food Allergy Permission Form.
Instructor: GEHMS Special Education Teacher Christina Brown
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
STORYBOOK CHEFS – PIZZA!
Date: Wednesday April 1 Grades 1-3
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $5
Learn how to make a delicious pizza, while sharing a pizza-inspired story or two! Roll it, top it, and bake
it!! All ingredients to make a personal pizza will be provided. Please complete the Food Allergy Permission
Form.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Jana Colacino
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
STROMBOLIS & CALZONES!
Date: Monday April 6 Grades: 1-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 10 students
Cost: $0
What is the difference between a Stromboli and a calzone? We will make and then eat these Italian classics
that kids sometimes think of as “inside out pizzas!” Led by a professional chef. Please complete the Food
Allergy Permission Form.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Steve Inghilterra
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
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JUST FOR FUN
BALLS & BOOKS
Date: Tuesday, April 21 Grade: PreK only
Time: 3:00-4:00 PM Limit: 6 students
Cost: $0
Join us for an hour of reading and play. Students will read some books and then following instruction,
students will roll, toss & pass small balls for some PreK juggling!
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Mary Sheahan
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
BOARD GAMES – I
Date: Tuesday, March 31 Grade: PreK only
Time: 3:00-4:00 PM Limit: 16 students
Cost: $0
Have fun playing board games with your friends!
Instructor: CREC Director of Elementary Education Elaina Brachman
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
BOARD GAMES – II
Tuesday, April 21 Grade: K-2
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 20 students
Cost: $0
Have fun playing board games with your friends!
Instructor: CREC Director of Elementary Education Elaina Brachman
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
BOARD GAMES – III
Tuesday, April 28 Grade: 3-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 20 students
Cost: $0
Have fun playing board games with your friends!
Instructor: CREC Director of Elementary Education Elaina Brachman
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
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BUILDING WITH HOME DEPOT - I
Wednesday, April 8 Grade: PreK only
Time: 3:00-4:00 PM Limit: 15 students
Students will choose from a variety of kits to build and make their own bird house, race car, or airplane with
the help of an official Home Depot Professional! Enjoy some fun creative time after school and bring your
creation home with you!
Instructor: Glastonbury Home Depot Associate Amanda Volante
TWO HELPERS ARE NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
BUILDING WITH HOME DEPOT - II
Wednesday, April 22 Grade: K-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 15 students
Students will choose from a variety of kits to build and make their own bird house, race car, or airplane with
the help of an official Home Depot Professional! Enjoy some fun creative time after school and bring your
creation home with you!
Instructor: Glastonbury Home Depot Associate Amanda Volante
TWO HELPERS ARE NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
CHESS and GAMES (3 part series class)
Date: Fridays: April 10, 24, & May 1 Grades K-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 18 students
Cost: $0
This class is a student favorite! Get together with friends and play games. This class will feature
Mrs. Mroz’s famous CHESS game along with other classics and some new ones! If you know how to set up
Chess, Chinese Checkers, and other board games and the basic rules to these games, please consider joining
your child in this class to help each week. This is a three part series class.
Instructor: GEHMS Teacher Mrs. Mroz
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
GEOCACHING ADVENTURES 101
Date: Thursday April 30 Grades 4-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 10 students
Cost: $0
Do you like to look for hidden treasures? Join us for an adventure using a compass to uncover clues leading
to a hidden container on GEHMS's property. It's called Geocaching! Your math and reading skills will solve
simple equations as you search for the hidden objects known as cache.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Sonja Bell
HOMEWORK CLUB –
Date: Listed Below Grades 2-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 15 students each day
Cost: $0
HOMEWORK CLUB 1 – Tuesday, March 31
HOMEWORK CLUB 2 – Thursday, April 2
HOMEWORK CLUB 3 – Tuesday, April 7
HOMEWORK CLUB 4 – Thursday, April 9
HOMEWORK CLUB 5 – Tuesday, April 21
HOMEWORK CLUB 6 – Thursday, April 23
HOMEWORK CLUB 7 – Tuesday, April 28
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HOMEWORK CLUB 8 – Thursday, April 30
Instructor: GEHMS Teachers – varies each day
JUGGLING FOR BEGINNERS
Date: Tuesday, April 28 Grades 3-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 6 students
Cost: $0 Have you always wanted to learn to juggle? Now is your chance! Students will learn very basic juggling
techniques.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Mary Sheahan
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
LOVE YOUR SELFIE!
Date: Thursday, April 2 Grades 4-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 20 students
Cost: $0
Do you feel proud and happy when you think of yourself? Love Your Selfie is a self-esteem class for kids
in 4th and 5th grade who would like to learn about themselves, self-confidence, love and respect for one
another, and setting priorities in life.
** There will be a raffle at the end of the class for all participants for a $20 gift card to the movie theater. **
Instructor: GEHMS Parent and Counselor Alexandra Saldana
MINECRAFT FIRST TIMERS I
Date: Monday April 6 Grades 3-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 15 students
Cost: $0
This class is for students who want to try Minecraft for the first time. They will learn the basic functions of
the program.
Instructor: GEHMS Technology Teacher Hiroe Vestergaard
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
MINECRAFT FIRST TIMERS II
Date: Monday April 20 Grades 1-2
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 15 students
Cost: $0
This class is for students who want to try Minecraft for the first time. They will learn the basic functions of
the program.
Instructor: GEHMS Technology Teacher Hiroe Vestergaard
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
PAPER AIRPLANES
Date: Thursday, April 23 Grades: 1-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit 8 Students
Cost: $1
Students will learn to fold one or more styles of paper airplane and make them with brightly colored paper,
then experiment with how far they can fly, how long they can stay aloft, etc. Dress for lots of running!
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Robert Sheahan
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
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MUSIC AND DRAMA
CIRCLE SONGS AND GAMES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Date: Tuesday, April 7 Grades: K-2
Time: 3:3-4:30 Limit: 20 students
Cost: $0
Learn songs and games that children play all over the world. Songs will be taught in their original language
and many games have corresponding dance movements.
Instructor: GEHMS Music Teacher Mrs. Caroline Ismail
INTRO TO DRUMS – 4 part series
Thursdays April 2, 9, 23, 30 Grades 3-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit 8 students
Cost: $66/pp
Do you have a good sense of rhythm? Are you tapping on your desk or on your furniture and you just can’t
stop? This class, taught by drummer Mark Stevens from DuBaldo Music Center/Beller’s Music, teaches you
the basics of drumming using a practice pad and drum sticks.
The $66 fee includes $36 instructor fee plus $30 materials fee. Required materials are: tunable practice pad,
drum sticks, Breeze Easy Drums Book #1. These items will be made available at the first class. DuBaldo
Music Center/Beller’s Music is providing materials at a $10 discount. If you purchase materials on your
own, the materials fee will be adjusted accordingly. Participants will also receive a coupon for a discount on
music lessons at Beller’s Music in Downtown Manchester.
JAZZ CHOREOGRAPHY & DANCE PARTY
Date: Tuesday, March 31 Grade: 2-3
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit 10 students
Cost: $0
Students will learn fun jazz choreography and have a dance party! They will learn the basics of dance while
showing us their moves!
Instructor: GEHMS Associate Instructor Taylor Eck
MOVEMENT AND SONGS I & II (2 separate classes)
Date: Tuesday April 7 OR Thursday April 9 Grade: PreK only
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM Limit: 10 students
Cost: $0
A fun afternoon of movement through games, songs and dance. (These are one time classes but you may
sign up for both sessions if you choose!)
Instructor: CREC Supervisor of Student Services Jill Marocchini
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STORY ACTING
Date: Tuesday April 28th Grade: PreK only
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM Limit: 10 students
Cost: $2
We will read Mrs. Wishy Washy. Students will have the opportunity to make a puppet of their favorite
character (Mrs. Wishy Washy, Cow, Pig, Duck) and then we will act out the story.
Instructor: GEHMS Special Education Teacher Christina Brown
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
WORLD DANCE
Date: Thursday, April 9 Grades: 3-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 20 students
Cost: $0
Learn folk dances from around the world. Students will also have the opportunity to accompany the class
on various percussion instruments.
Instructor: GEHMS Music Teacher Mrs. Ismail
YOU CAN PLAY A STRINGED INSTRUMENT (4 part series class)
Date: Mon 4/20, Thurs 4/23, Mon 4/27, Thurs 4/30 Grades 2-5
Time 3:30-4:30 Limit: 10 students
Cost: $10 plus Violin Rental
Have you wondered what it’s like to play violin or cello? Teachers from DuBaldo Music Center/Beller’s
Music will teach you how. Bronwyn Burns, professional violinist and Carlton Burns, a Magnet School
graduate, will bring instruments and expertise in helping students understand how the instruments function.
With instruction, students will have the opportunity to play the instruments of their choice. This is a series
class with the goal of learning to play a piece on a chosen instrument for the final class.
** It is strongly recommended that students bring a violin or rent one ($27 payable to DuBaldo Music
Center at the first class) so they can practice at home throughout the course. Please email
[email protected] to arrange for rentals. **
Instructors: DuBaldo Music Instructor Bronwyn Burns and Carlton Burns
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SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY/GLOBAL STUDIES
AQUAPONICS I (2 part series)
Date: April 2 & April 23 (meets with Aquaponics II on 4/23) Grades: K-2
Time 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 15 students per group
Cost: $5
Students will learn about growing food in water and learn about aquaponics farming which involves
creating vegetable gardens in aquariums with live fish. This is a two part series class.
Instructor: Spencer Curry, Aquaponics Farm Glastonbury
TWO HELPERS ARE NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
AQUAPONICS II (2 part series)
Date: April 9 & April 23 (meets with Aquaponics I on 4/23) Grades: 3-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 15 students per group
Cost: $5
Students will learn about growing food in water and learn about aquaponics farming which involves
creating vegetable gardens in aquariums with live fish. This is a two part series class.
Instructor: Spencer Curry, Aquaponics Farm Glastonbury
TWO HELPERS ARE NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
FLIGHT ADVENTURES – 2 part series
Date: Wednesday April 8 & Wednesday April 22 Grades 4-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $0
Do you dream of flying? This two part class includes a multi-media planetarium show about famous
inventors and aviators and the science of flying. See images of aircraft past and present and imagine where
flight might take us in the future – then build and fly your own model aircraft! This is a two part series.
Instructor: GEHMS Planetarium Director Jason Archer
FLIGHT OF THE BUTTERFLIES
Date: Monday, March 30 Grades: 3-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 15 students
Cost: $0
Where are all the butterflies going? Track butterfly migration patterns and watch a planetarium show that
explores challenges facing these beautiful, delicate insects as they fly thousands of miles every year.
Instructor: GEHMS Science Teacher Donna Rand
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FUN WITH CRYSTALS
Date: Friday May 1 Grades: 3-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 10
Cost: $5
We'll explore what crystals are and how they grow. We will look at different crystal materials, building
model crystals, and growing crystals!
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Robert Bernstein
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
GROW YOUR OWN MICROGREENS I & II! (2 separate classes)
Date: Wed April 1 OR Mon April 27 Grades 2-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 Limit: 15 students
Cost: $5
Students will learn about SPIN gardening and how easy it is to grow your own microgreens at home.
Microgreens are super delicious and LOADED with nutrients. Learn how to grow them and enjoy sampling
some yummy microgreens together! (These are two separate and identical classes.)
Instructor: Brenda Sullivan, Owner of Thompson Farm in Glastonbury
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
INSIDE THE PLANETARIUM
Date: Monday, April 6 Grades: K-2
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 15 students
Cost: $0
Go behind the scenes to learn how the planetarium works! After your hands-on tour, enjoy a planetarium
show!
Instructor: GEHMS Science Teacher Donna Rand
MATERIALS MATTER
Date: Wednesday April 1 Grades: 1-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 20 students
Cost: $0
The UCONN science club is back! The same group that brought you the frozen, “smoking” marshmallows
and other experimental thrills at Science Night will lead students through various hands on activities and
demos related to magnetism. For example, we will levitate a magnet over liquid nitrogen to show the
technology behind Japan’s famous "floating" Mag-Lev train. Join us for this and other fun, educational
experiments!
Instructors: UCONN Science Club students
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
SCIENCE IS FUN!
Date: Monday April 20 Grades: K-1
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $0
Welcome all scientist, engineers and curious kids! Come explore, create and conduct an experiment with
force and motion in the Science lab! Three fun and exciting activity stations will be available for you to
enjoy! Racing water drops! Racing cars! Racing marbles!
Instructor: GEHMS Science Aid Karen Brunette
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
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SOLID OR LIQUID? – I
Date: Tuesday, March 31 Grades: K-2
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 20 Students
Cost: $0
Is it a solid or is it a liquid? Students will have the chance to work with CREC’s STEM Director to explore
oobleck fully and decide. Students should bring a change of clothes and a towel to the session – it will be
messy!
Instructor: CREC STEM Director John Shubert
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
SOLID OR LIQUID? – II
Date: Tuesday, April 21 Grades: 3-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 20 Students
Cost: $0
Is it a solid or is it a liquid? Students will have the chance to work with CREC’s STEM Director to explore
oobleck fully and decide. Students should bring a change of clothes and a towel to the session – it will be
messy!
Instructor: CREC STEM Director John Shubert
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
WHERE IN THE WORLD? - I
Date: Thursday April 9 Grades: 3-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 15 students
Cost: $0
Students will explore the world in which they live through fun, hands-on activities. They will explore
geographic concepts and learn about local, state, national and global geography.
Instructor: CREC District Social Studies Coordinator Thomas Brodnitzki
WHERE IN THE WORLD? - II
Thursday April 30 Grades: K-2
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 15 students
Cost: $0
Students will explore the world in which they live through fun, hands-on activities. They will explore
geographic concepts and learn about local, state, national and global geography.
Instructor: CREC District Social Studies Coordinator Thomas Brodnitzki
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SPORTS OF ALL SORTS
BASKETBALL I
Monday March 30 & Monday April 6 (two part series class) Grades 1 – 2
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 24 students
Cost: $0
Learn the fundamentals of basketball: passing, shooting the ball, dribbling, running the basketball up and
down the court, and playing a basketball game. Please bring sneakers and a water bottle to class! This is a
two part series class for grades 1 & 2.
Instructor: GEHMS Principal Ryan Donlon and Parent Damian Bourne
BASKETBALL II
Date: Monday April 20 & April 27 (two part series class) Grades 3 - 5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 24 students
Cost: $0
Learn the fundamentals of basketball: passing, shooting the ball, dribbling, running the basketball up and
down the court, and playing a basketball game. Please bring sneakers and a water bottle to class! This is a
two part series class for grades 3 - 5.
Instructor: GEHMS Principal Ryan Donlon and Parent Damian Bourne
CHEERLEADING
Date: Friday April 24 Grades K-5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 24 students
Cost: $0
Ever wonder what it'd be like to be a Cheerleader? Check out this Cheerleading Workshop to learn motions,
jumps, cheers, dances, basic tumbling, and basic stunt techniques! Participants should bring sneakers and a
positive attitude!
INSTRUCTOR: GEHMS Associate Instructor Sydney Cothran
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DOUBLE DUTCH JUMP ROPE FUN
Date: Friday April 24 Grades 3-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 15 students
Cost: $0
Can you jump rope? Come show your skills and have fun jumping with two ropes going in opposite
direction, Double Dutch style. Share your energy jumping, weaving in between, as well as taking turns
turning the rope. Join us as we jump into spring with this popular playground fitness activity. No experience
necessary.
Instructors: GEHMS Parents Regina Bourne & Sonja Bell HELPERS ARE NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
FOOTBALL I
Date: Tuesday March 31 & Tuesday April 7 (two part class) Grades 3 – 5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 24 students
Cost: $0
Join Officer Jeff and Mr. G for some rousing football games on the soccer field! This class meets for two
weeks; feel free to sign up again for Football II if you want to play all four weeks.
Instructors: GEHMS Gym Teacher Greg Grochowski and GEHMS Security Officer Jeff Cocuta
FOOTBALL II
Date: Tuesday April 21 & Tuesday April 28 (two part class) Grades 3 – 5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 24 students
Cost: $0
Join Officer Jeff and Mr. G for some rousing football games on the soccer field! This class meets for two
weeks; feel free to sign up again for Football I if you want to play all four weeks.
Instructors: GEHMS Gym Teacher Greg Grochowski and GEHMS Security Officer Jeff Cocuta
INTRAMURAL SPORTS A – BADMINTON
Date: Wednesday, April 1 Grades 3 – 5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $0
Learn the basics of badminton and play a fun intramural game!
Instructor: GEHMS Parent and former PE teacher Amy Cordone
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
INTRAMURAL SPORTS B – FLOOR HOCKEY
Date: Wednesday, April 8 Grades 3 – 5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $0
Learn the basics of floor hockey and play a fun intramural game!
Instructor: GEHMS Parent and former PE teacher Amy Cordone
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
INTRAMURAL BALLS & GAMES
Date: Wednesday, April 22 Grades K-2
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $0
Run, bounce, and play! Enjoy a variety of fun gym games for an hour of exercise.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent and former PE teacher Amy Cordone
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
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KARATE: BOARD BREAKING FOR CONFIDENCE I & II (2 separate classes)
Date: Thursday April 23 or Thursday April 30 Grades K-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 25 students
Cost: $5 per session This FUN & Empowering class empowers kids while they learn FOUR of the most important skills needed
for success. The children will be introduced to “Aim, Back-up, Confidence, and Speed” and how these skills
not only promote success, but are also necessary to break a real board of their own. This very popular
presentation concludes with each child setting their own personal goal and breaking through all obstacles
(the board) to feel the empowerment of achieving it! Two separate, identical classes – not a series.
Instructor: Mr. Rich Kohler of Elite Karate
KARATE: INTRODUCTION TO THE LITTLE NINJAS PROGRAM I & II (2 separate classes)
Date: Friday April 10 or Friday April 24 Grades: PreK only
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM Limit: 20 students
Cost: $10 per session This specialized program introduces younger children to the martial arts through eight skills: focus, balance,
control, coordination, discipline, fitness, memory, and teamwork. Classes consist of warm-up and stretches,
martial art techniques and games. Students in this class will explore the world of Karate through age
appropriate games that help enhance focus and build confidence. Two separate classes – not a series.
Instructors: Thornton Martial Arts & Fitness LLC, Master Lynda Thornton and First Degree Black
Belt Bronwyn Burns
KARATE: INTRODUCTION TO YOUTH KARATE (one class)
Date: Friday May 1 Grades: K-5
Time: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM Limit: 25 students
Cost: $5
This introductory class will expose students to the art of Tang Soo Do, a traditional respect based martial art
from Korea. Students will explore this art through fun and motivational activities that will help build
confidence and focus. Classes consist of warm-up, stretching, self defense, and martial arts techniques.
Instructors: Thornton Martial Arts & Fitness LLC, Master Lynda Thornton and First Degree Black
Belt Bronwyn Burns
MY GYM GAMES – I
Date: Monday, March 30 Pre-K only
3:00 – 4:00 PM Limit: 15 students
Cost: $0
Join the staff of My Gym for some jumping, tumbling, and other fun games and activities. (This is not a
series – feel free to sign up for a second session in your age range.)
Instructors: My Gym staff
MY GYM GAMES – II
Date: Monday, April 6 Grades: K only
3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 15 students
Cost: $0
Join the staff of My Gym for some jumping, tumbling, and other fun games and activities. (This is not a
series – feel free to sign up for a second session in your age range.)
Instructors: My Gym staff
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MY GYM GAMES – III
Date: Monday, April 20 Grades: Pre-K only
3:00 – 4:00 PM Limit: 15 students
Cost: $0
Join the staff of My Gym for some jumping, tumbling, and other fun games and activities. (This is not a
series – feel free to sign up for a second session in your age range.)
Instructors: My Gym staff
MY GYM GAMES – IV
Date: Monday, April 27 Grades: K only
3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 15 students
Cost: $0
Join the staff of My Gym for some jumping, tumbling, and other fun games and activities. (This is not a
series – feel free to sign up for a second session in your age range.)
Instructors: My Gym staff
SOCCER SKILLS and GAMES – I
Date: Friday, April 10 & Friday, April 24 (two part class) Grades K-2
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 20 students
Cost: $0
Learn the fundamentals of soccer: passing, kicking, running with the ball and stopping, while playing fun
activities and games. Please bring sneakers and a water bottle to class!
Instructor: GEHMS Assistant Principal Kurt Stanco
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
SOCCER SKILLS and GAMES – II
Date: Friday, May 1 (one time class) Grades 3-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 20 students
Cost: $0
Learn the fundamentals of soccer: passing, kicking, running with the ball and stopping, while playing fun
activities and games. Please bring sneakers and a water bottle to class!
Instructor: GEHMS Assistant Principal Kurt Stanco
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
TAEKWONDO (BASIC) – 4 part series
Date: Tuesdays March 31, Apr 7, Apr 21, Apr 28 Grades K-5
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Limit: 25 students
Cost: $10
Martial Arts & Self Defense: Students will learn basic and practical self-defense along with traditional
Taekwondo training methods. Also taught will be beginning level kicking and striking techniques with
focus on self-control and good listening. This is a 4 part series class.
Instructor: Andrew Chasse, Head Instructor from HanSoo Taekwondo Academy, Glastonbury
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
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YOGA I
Date: Thursday April 2 Grades 3 – 5
Time 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $0
Let’s explore our bodies and breathing through yoga! During the yoga class we will learn the right way to
breathe while doing stretching and yoga poses. Yoga unites the body and mind. Done regularly, it helps
develop a flexible and strong body along with a relaxed and calm mind.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Hansa Makhija
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
YOGA II
Date: Thursday April 9 Grades K – 2
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Limit: 12 students
Cost: $0
Let’s explore our bodies and breathing through yoga! During the yoga class we will learn the right way to
breathe while doing stretching and yoga poses. Yoga unites the body and mind. Done regularly, it helps
develop a flexible and strong body along with a relaxed and calm mind.
Instructor: GEHMS Parent Hansa Makhija
A HELPER IS NEEDED FOR THIS CLASS
ZUMBA KIDS
Date: Tuesday April 7 Grades K – 5
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Limit: 30 students, Min. 10
Cost: $5
Get up on your feet and let’s dance! Zumba Kids will be loads of fun and physically stimulating. Taught by
a professional Zumba Instructor. We must have a minimum of 10 registrants for this class to run.
Instructor: ZUMBA teacher Shirley Jean-Louis
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