
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)
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)
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)
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
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)
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)
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)
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)
Intro to the Art of Magic
Historical Conjurer
Become a magician! Learn basic magic effects, history, theory and philosophy of performing magic/illusion, culminating in a live show. For all abilities, new tricks for returning students. No class 4/23 or 5/21.
Days: Wednesday
Grades: 3-8
Time: 3:15-4:30
Spring Dates: 4/9-5/28
Price: $225 (6 classes)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Parkour
Parkour Visions
Develop confidence and parkour skills, like jumping, vaulting, climbing, balance, and ukemi (falling safety) through games and obstacle courses. Students will divide into two groups by age and ability. Pickup is in Grant Park. Class meets in Grant Park on scheduled days when school isn't in session.
Days: Thursday
Grades: 1-8
Time: 3:15-4:30
Spring Dates: 4/10-6/26
Price: $320 (12 weeks)
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)
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)
Lego Robotics
Experiment PDX
Classic LEGO construction meets robotics! Students explore basic engineering and coding and build creativity, teamwork and STEAM skills, using the Lego Education Spike Essential kits and curriculum.
Days: Friday
Grades: K-5
Time: 3:15-5:00
Spring Dates: 4/11-5/30
Price: $260 (8 weeks)
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)