Newmark K-8 School is excited to offer 2025-26 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  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.

 

2025-26 NEWMARK K-8 CLUBS PREVIEW ONLY

Session I: Begins week of September 15, 2025 through November 5, 2025

Registration Opens Friday, August 22, 2025

All questions can be directed to: Mr. Kraminitz, Supervisor of Student Life - bkraminitz@newmarkeducation.com

Subject to change

 

ARTISANAL PROJECTS | $100 per session | TUESDAYS | ONSITE   
Session I: 9/16/25, 9/23/25, 9/30/25, 10/7/25, 10/14/25, 10/21/25, 10/28/25, 11/4/25
Open to students in the lower grades. Min: 6 participants; max: 12 participants
Description: Artisanal Projects is an opportunity for your child to learn a skill while creating 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 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.

LEGO CHALLENGE  | $100 per session | TUESDAY | ONSITE 
Session I: 9/16/25, 9/23/25, 9/30/25, 10/7/25, 10/14/25, 10/21/25, 10/28/25, 11/4/25
Open to students in the lower grades.  Min: 6 participants; max: 15 participants
Description:  In this club, students will build on creativity, problem-solving, critical thinking skills and cooperation in order to use Legos to build solutions to various engineering design challenges.  Lego Challenge is designed to reinforce STEM concepts, encourage innovative thinking and cooperation/collaboration.  Lego Challenge runs Tuesday 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.

CHESS CLUB | $100 per session | WEDNESDAYS | ONSITE
Session I:  9/17/25, 9/24/25, 10/1/25, 10/8/25, 10/15/25, 10/22/25, 10/29/25, 11/5/25
Open to students in the lower grades. Min: 6 participants; max: 12 participants
Description: The Chess Club is open to students of all skill levels interested in learning and playing chess. Our after-school sessions focus on teaching the basics of the game, including the pieces, how they move and various strategies. Each meeting provides instructional time to broaden your knowledge, followed by opportunities to play against fellow club members. Join us to develop your chess skills, challenge your mind and enjoy friendly competition! The club runs 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.
 

GAMER'S GUILD CLUB | $100 per session | WEDNESDAYS | ONSITE
Session I:  9/17/25, 9/24/25, 10/1/25, 10/8/25, 10/15/25, 10/22/25, 10/29/25, 11/5/25
Open to students in the middle grades.   Min: 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 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.
  

INTRAMURALS | $100 per session | WEDNESDAYS | ONSITE
Session I: 9/17/25, 9/24/25, 10/1/25, 10/8/25, 10/15/25, 10/22/25, 10/29/25, 11/5/25
Open to all K-8 students. Min: 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.
 

MINECRAFT EDUCATIONAL CLUB | $100 per session | THURSDAYS | VIRTUAL
Session I:  9/18/25, 9/25/25, 10/2/25, 10/9/25, 10/16/25, 10/23/25, 10/30/25, 11/6/25
Open to students in the lower grades.  Min: 6 participants; max: 15 participants
Description: Microsoft Minecraft is an educational, game-based learning platform that promotes creativity, collaboration and problem-solving creativity, collaboration and problem-solving in an immersive digital environment. It enhances self-direction 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.

COMPUTER SCIENCE CLUB | $100 per session | THURSDAYS | ONSITE
Session I:  9/18/25, 9/25/25, 10/2/25, 10/9/25, 10/16/25, 10/23/25, 10/30/25, 11/6/25
Open to students in the middle grades. Min: 6 participants; max: 15 participants  
Description:  The Computer Science Club offers students the opportunity to delve into engaging topics like game design and web development, fostering creativity and critical thinking in a fun and supportive environment. Students will benefit from targeted instruction as they explore the exciting world of coding and technology. Participants can look forward to hands-on projects, collaborative learning experiences, and the chance to unleash their potential in the field of computer science. Computer Club runs Thursday afternoons immediately following dismissal and will end at 4:00 PM. Parents are responsible for picking up their child promptly at 4:00 PM. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Subject to change.

 

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