We are very excited to relaunch after school programming this Fall. Please check class dates carefully, as length of session varies for each class. Registration opens online through our memberhub link starting Monday, September 25th, and is first-come, first-served. To complete registration for your classes you will need to enroll through memberhub AND ALSO complete and return the Permission and Release and Code of Conduct forms via email to Sarah Lusardi (slusardi@gufs.org) and the PTA (gufspta@gmail.com). All forms must be returned by the first day you attend the class. ***Please note there is a $5 fee per class registration which are included in the prices below.***If you require financial assistance to participate in after-school enrichment, please contact Nurse Melissa (mdefonce@gufs.org), and she will discuss options. A big thank you to our partner, Garrison Children’s Education Fund (GCEF), for offering enrichment scholarship support. Please note: Most classes will take place at the Garrison School from 3:15-4:15pm. Bus transportation will not be available at the end of each activity.
Mondays Ready, Set, Weave! brought to you by the Garrison Art Center: You will learn how to make your own looms and how to use them. Students will make weavings with paper, fabric strips and yarn. With each project you will build on your weaving knowledge and make more advanced projects. Age: 2nd - 4th Grade (7 children limit) Cost $205 + $20 material cost Class Dates: 10/2 to 11/27 (No Class 11/20) Instructor: Candace Winter
Tuesdays Ukulele Start your musical journey by learning the basics of the ukulele, a fun and easy-to-learn string instrument. Age: 1st - 3rd Grade(10 children limit)Cost $85 Class Dates: 10/3 to 11/28 (No Class 11/21)Instructor: Mr. Gonzalez
Thursdays CHESS Learn the strategies and tactics of chess, whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your existing skills. Chess has long been regarded as a game that has positive effects on learning. Six-time Dutchess County chess champion ERNIE JOHNSON will bring back over 20 years of teaching experience to GUFS for this class. Age: 3rd - 8th(10 children limit)Cost $85 Class Dates: 10/05-11/30 (No Class 11/23) Instructor: Ernie Johnson
KNITTING Knitting is an excellent hobby for kids! In this class, students will learn the basics of knitting and create simple accessories of their choice. Kids will decorate their own knitting bag and make their own knitting needles. They will try a ball winder, knitting machine and more. Back by popular demand, LORI COHEN has enjoyed teaching knitting to children of all ages for many years and has been a favorite GUFS enrichment teacher. This class is open to all levels of experience. Students who already know the basics will learn new skills and create more advanced projects. Age: 2nd-8th grade(12 children limit)Cost $125 (+Material Fee $20 paid to instructor) Class Dates: 10/05-11/30 (No Class 11/23) Instructor: Lori Cohen
Ready, Set, Weave! brought to you by the Garrison Art Center You will learn how to make your own looms and how to use them. Students will make weavings with paper, fabric strips and yarn. With each project you will build on your weaving knowledge and make more advanced projects. Age: 5th - 8th Grade (7 children limit) Cost $205 + $20 material cost Class Dates: 10/05-11/30 (No Class 11/23) Instructor: Candace Winter
Fridays Pop Music Band Experience the joy of creating music in a group setting. Open to students who already play an instrument.
Age: 4th - 8th Grade (10 children limit) Cost $85 Class Dates: 10/6 to 12/01 (No Class 11/24) Instructor: Mr. Gonzalez