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After-School Enrichments

Beverly Cleary spring 2025 after-school enrichments are open for registration! Scholarships are available: Please notify the after-school provider or a school counselor if you need one. Returning students are welcome – classes change each semester to offer something new.

Please note: Middle schoolers participating in after-school classes arrive at 3:30, after their dismissal. There are no after-school classes on early-dismissal Wednesdays: 2/26, 3/19, 4/23 and 5/21.

For questions or to get the contact information for an after-school program, please contact Claire Cain Miller at afterschool@beverlyclearyschool.org (parent volunteer).

Daily after-school child care is also provided on campus by the YMCA. More information can be found at ymcacw.org or by contacting beverlycleary@ymcacw.org.

 

Note: These programs are provided to families as a resource and are not endorsed or sponsored by Beverly Cleary School or the PTA. The PTA offers partial scholarships to help make these programs accessible to all families. Please request partial scholarships through the enrichment provider or your school counselor. You will remain anonymous to the PTA.

Drawing 4-8

Julie Jetton

Improve your drawing skills by learning new techniques and using a variety of materials, taught by an experienced art teacher. No class 5/5.

Days: Monday
Grades: 4-8
Time: 3:15-4:45
Spring Dates: 3/31-6/9
Price: $275 (8 classes)

Email Julie
(julie.jetton@gmail.com)

Girls on the Run

Girls on the Run

A fun, evidence-based program that inspires participants to recognize their inner strength, increase their level of physical activity, and confidently stand up for themselves and others. Girls, nonbinary and trans students welcome. Meet in front of Grant High.

Days: Monday & Wednesday
Grades: 3-5
Time: 4:30-6:00
Spring Dates: 3/17-5/31
Price: $230 (10 weeks)

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Spanish

Portland Early Learning Project

CLASS IS FULL. Learn and practice Spanish in our interactive classes, full of songs, games, books, and lots of movement.

Days: Monday
Grades: K-3
Time: 3:15-4:15
Dates: 9/16-5/19
Price: $552 (full year)

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Spanish: Late Afternoon/Campfire

Portland Early Learning Project

CLASS HAS SPACE & WILL BE PRORATED. Learn and practice Spanish in our interactive classes, full of songs, games, books, and lots of movement. Late-afternoon class for students in Campfire/other activities.

Days: Monday
Grades: 1-4
Time: 4:30-5:15
Dates: 9/16-5/19
Price: $552 (full year)

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Outdoor Explorers

Portland Outdoor Explorers

Choose your outdoor adventure. Teachers provide outdoor education activities and games and students learn and explore at their own pace. Teachers pick up at BCS and transport via company vehicle to Rose City Park.

Days: Monday-Friday
Grades: K-5
Time: 3:15-6:00
Dates: Yearlong
Price: $35 to $50 a day

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Beginner Band (Before School)

MUSE Instrumental

Join the Beverly Cleary band for beginners! Learn to play flute, clarinet, alto sax, trumpet, trombone, snare drum or xylophone. Students bring or rent instruments; see museband.com/how-to-choose-an-instrument/.

Days: Tuesday
Grades: 4-8
Time: 7:45-8:40 AM
Dates: 9/10-5/27
Price: $796 (full year)

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Yoyo University

Yoyo University

Learn to yoyo with professional yoyoers (including a BCS dad)! Learn everything from the first throws of a beginner to the advanced tricks of a pro. A yoyo is provided. Open to 2nd graders based on readiness: Email Colin to inquire. There are two five-week sessions: sign up for one or both.

Days: Tuesday
Grades: 3-8
Time: 3:15-4:30
Spring Dates: 4/1-4/29, 5/6-6/3
Price: $110 (5 weeks) or $200 (10 weeks)

Email Colin
(colinleland@gmail.com)

Guitar

Rock Dojo

Unleash your child's inner rockstar with award-winning guitar lessons! Master epic riffs, boost confidence, and join our Rock Ninja community. Students bring guitars or rent one. Contact brian@rockdojo.org.

Days: Tuesday
Grades: 1-8
Time: 3:15-4:15
Spring Dates: 4/1-6/3
Price: $370 (10 weeks)

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Chess Club

Rose City Chess

We welcome students of all abilities, whether they are learning for the first time or striving to win state championships.

Days: Tuesday
Grades: 2-8
Time: 3:15-4:30
Spring Dates: 4/1-6/3
Price: $210 (10 weeks)

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Coding

Journey to Steam

Use coding to design creative animations, stories and games! Younger coders start with Scratch Jr and older coders use Scratch and extensions. No class 4/23, 5/21 or 6/4.

Days: Wednesday
Grades: 1-5
Time: 3:15-4:20
Spring Dates: 4/2-6/11
Price: $235 (8 weeks)

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Basketball Skills K-2

Portland Reign

Kids will build fundamental skills, play basketball-oriented games, practice teamwork, and have fun! All levels welcome. No class 4/23 or 5/21.

Days: Wednesday
Grades: K-2
Time: 3:15-4:30
Spring Dates: 4/2-5/28
Price: $175 (7 weeks)

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Basketball Skills 3-5

Portland Reign

Kids will build fundamental skills, play basketball-oriented games, practice teamwork, and have fun! All levels welcome. Students bring a ball and wear comfortable shoes.

Days: Thursday
Grades: 3-5
Time: 3:15-4:30
Spring Dates: 4/3-6/5
Price: $205 (10 weeks)

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Electronic Music

Electronic Music Club

Using the latest recording software and musical control surfaces, students learn how to integrate music theory with audio recording arts to write and compose their own music. We provide all software and hardware. All abilities are welcome!

Days: Thursday
Grades: 2-5
Time: 3:15-4:15
Spring Dates: 4/3-6/5
Price: $250 (10 weeks)

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Intermediate Band (Before School)

MUSE Instrumental

Join the Beverly Cleary band for intermediate players! Play flute, clarinet, alto sax, trumpet, trombone, snare drum or xylophone. Students bring or rent instruments.

Days: Thursday
Grades: 5-8
Time: 7:45-8:40 AM
Dates: 9/12-5/29
Price: $796 (full year)

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Cool Art: Ceramics & Mixed Media

Michelle Smit

Explore a variety of art forms and materials, making creative ceramics and other forms of mixed media art.

Days: Thursday
Grades: K-8
Time: 3:15-4:45
Spring Dates: 4/10-5/29
Price: $285 (8 weeks)

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Yoga

Yoga Playgrounds

Kids will stretch and energize their bodies and minds through individual and group poses, mindfulness games and creative relaxation techniques.

Days: Friday
Grades: K-3
Time: 3:15-4:15
Spring Dates: 4/11-6/6
Price: $216 (9 weeks)

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Drama: Cinderella!

NW Children's Theater

Everyone gets a part in this fairytale-inspired play, complete with costumes and props. The catch? All production elements fit in a box!

Days: Friday
Grades: 3-5
Time: 3:15-4:30
Spring Dates: 4/11-6/13
Price: $135 (10 weeks)

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