Newmark K-8 School is excited to offer 2023-24 After School Clubs and Programs specifically designed to meet the age interests and needs of our students. Activities are offered for 4 sessions, with each session running 6 to 9 weeks in length, noting days off due to holiday breaks. During each session, your child will be exposed to a variety of activities tailored to both educational and social experiences.

• Onsite: Clubs/Programs will begin directly after school and end at 3:30 PM or 4:00 PM. Parents are responsible for student pick-up promptly at dismissal.
• Virtual: Clubs/Programs will start at 3:30 PM via Microsoft Teams invite and will end at 4:30 PM.

REGISTRATION OPENS FRIDAY, AUGUST 18, 2023 - Pay by check or credit card ($3.00) fee.  

RegistER - SESSION I   K-8 After School Clubs

Session I - Register Today

FENCING | $150 per session | MONDAYS | ONSITE
Session I:  9/18/23, 9/25/23, 10/2/23, 10/16/23, 10/23/23, 10/30/23, 11/6/23 (No Club 10/9/23 – Columbus Day)
Open to students in Mrs. Demko, Mr. Kerby, Mrs. Arnao, Mrs. Mastrogiovanni/Mr. S. O'Connor and Mr. Cebula’s classes.  Minimum: 6 participants
Description: The sport of fencing is a unique and classic sport that helps develop discipline, balance, coordination and sportsmanship. Fencing also works on increasing reflex speed and the ability to make fast analysis of tactical situations which transfers to better problem-solving skills. Fencing is mentally challenging as it increases focus and concentration, allowing not a moment break ... earning its nickname “Physical Chess.” The club will be taught by professional fencers from the Advanced Fencing and Fitness Academy (AFFA). Fencing is offered on Monday afternoons immediately following dismissal and will end at 3:30 PM. Parents are responsible for picking their child up promptly at 3:30 PM. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Questions: Mr. Kraminitz –bkraminitz@newmarkeducation.com

CANCELLED - DIY CREATIVE KIDS CLUB | $75 per session | TUESDAYS | ONSITE  

ARTISINAL PROJECTS | $75 per session | TUESDAYS | ONSITE  
Session I: 9/19/23, 9/26/23, 10/3/23, 10/10/23, 10/17/23, 10/24/23, 11/7/23 (No Club 10/31/23 – Halloween)
Open to students in Mrs. Arnao, Mr. Kerby, Mrs. Mastrogiovanni/Mr. S. O'Connor and Mr. Cebula’s classes. Min 6 participants, max 12 participants
Description: Artisanal Projects is an opportunity for your child to learn a skill on how to make something that uses the concept of functional art. Functional art is an art project that can be used for a specific purpose.  This club offers projects that are long-term based and easy for all levels. Students will learn the skill of no-sew blankets and pillows, popsicle stick vessels, beading and jewelry, among other awesome creative projects. This would be the perfect club for a student who loves working with their hands, creating art and crafting. The club runs Tuesday afternoons immediately following after dismissal and will end at 4:00 PM. Parents are responsible for picking their child up promptly at 4:00 PM.
Questions: Mr. Sykes – jsykes@newmarkeduation.com

GAMER'S GUILD CLUB | $75 per session | WEDNESDAYS | ONSITE
Session I:  9/20/23, 9/27/23, 10/4/23, 10/11/23, 10/18/23, 10/25/23, 11/1/23, 11/8/23
Open to students in Mr. Kerby, Mrs. Arnao, Mrs. Demko, Mrs. Mastrogiovanni/Mr. S. O'Connor and Mr. Cebula’s classes.   Minimum – 6 participants  
Description: Students will be introduced to a variety of new games where they will develop an understanding of rules within an engaging and enjoyable environment.  Students will work collaboratively through fantastical worlds like Dungeons and Dragons, as well as learn the value of partaking in friendly competition during card games. The Club runs Wednesday afternoons immediately following after dismissal and will end at 4:00 PM. Parents are responsible for picking their child up promptly at 4:00 PM.
Questions: Ms. Finelli – jfinelli@newmarkeducation.com     

INTRAMURALS | $75 per session | WEDNESDAYS | ONSITE
Session I: 9/20/23, 9/27/23, 10/4/23, 10/11/23, 10/18/23, 10/25/23, 11/1/23, 11/8/23
Open to all K-8 students. Minimum – 10 participants
Description: The Intramurals Club is designed to allow all students to participate in a variety of activities with their friends, while learning game fundamentals in a fun and lightly competitive environment. Intramurals is offered on Wednesday afternoons immediately following dismissal and will end at 4:00 PM. Parents are responsible for picking their child up promptly at 4:00 PM. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Questions: Mr. O’Connor – coconnor@newmarkeducation.com    

MINECRAFT EDUCATIONAL CLUB | $75 per session | THURSDAYS | VIRTUAL
Session I:  9/21/23, 9/28/23, 10/5/23, 10/12/23, 10/19/23, 10/26/23, 11/2/23 
Open to students in Ms. Fagan/Ms. Shea, Ms. Halma, Mrs. Necci and Mrs. Demko’s classes.  Minimum – 6 participants; Maximum – 15 participants
Description: Microsoft Minecraft is an educational game-based learning platform that promotes creativity, collaboration and problem-solving in an immersive digital environment. It enhances creativity, problem-solving, self-direction, collaboration and other life skills. Virtually, Microsoft Minecraft complements reading, writing, math, and even history learnings. Importantly, Minecraft also instills business principles, STEM knowledge and a global perspective. Before registering, please understand participating students must own the Minecraft and have it downloaded. Minecraft is offered virtually on Thursday afternoons and will run from 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM.
Questions: Mr. Osiadacz – posiadacz@newmarkeducation.com

BURGEONING BUILDERS CLUB | $75 per session | THURSDAYS | ONSITE
Session I:  9/21/23, 9/28/23, 10/5/23, 10/12/23, 10/19/23, 10/26/23, 11/2/23 
Open to students in Mrs. Demko, Mrs. Arnao, Mr. Kerby,Mrs. Mastrogiovanni/Mr. S. O'Connor and Mr. Cebula's classes.  Maximum: 10 participants 
Description: In Burgeoning Builders Club, students will engage their creativity, planning and spatial reasoning to build structures according to challenge themes alongside their friends. Students will be given the opportunity to complete these challenges using LEGOs, K’nex and similar materials, or even using paper craft to create a work that meets the theme. The club will focus on building creativity, teamwork and an outside-of-the-box approach to problems. Burgeoning Builders is offered on Thursday afternoons immediately following dismissal and will end at 4:00 PM. Parents are responsible for picking their child up promptly at 4:00 PM.  
Questions: Ms. Finelli – jfinelli@newmarkeducation.com

Subject to change.

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