ASPire After-School Enrichment Clubs
For information about extra curricular athletics, please check the Athletics page.
MONDAYS
3:45 – 4:45 pm
ACCELA EDUCATION CANVAS ART
| 12 sessions |
| 2nd Semester: Jan 22 – Apr 29, 2024 |
| Grades: KK – 8th |
| Accela Art programs act as a wonderful introduction to the creative power of art, and how the children can apply the creative process throughout their life. All their artwork is done on canvas and objects are used to make a collage using mixed media, watercolors, and acrylic paints. The child follows guided instructions while learning to work on the details, developing focus, hand-eye coordination, problem-solving skills and building confidence and self-esteem. |
| Register: www.accelaeducation.com email: rama@accelaeducation or call Rama Sharma 404-384-1061 |
| $430 (materials included) |
FAST PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB w/ FAST TEACHER MR.STARR
| 12 sessions |
| 2nd Semester: Jan 22 – Apr 29, 2024 |
| Grades: 6th – 8th |
| Student will learn how to write, shoot and edit their own short films. Students will also learn about the history of filmmaking with Mr. Starr. Each session students will get to learn about specific detail about lighting,sound,writing,directing and editing. At the end of the year students will get to show their work to FAST in the school’s first ever film festival! Filmmaking Screenwriting Cinematography Digital Editing Documentary Filmmaking Producing 3D Animation & Visual Effects Photography Broadcast Journalism |
| Register: https://form.jotform.com/223404424949155 email: tatiane.smith@fastk8.org |
| $350 |
ROBOTICS w/FAST TEACHER MS. ZASIO
| ONE YEAR CLUB: Mondays & Wednesdays |
| 2nd Semester: Jan 8 – Apr 29, 2024 |
| Grades: 5th-8th |
| Ms. Zasio will be helping the scholars get this club started up for competition. Student will be able to do scrimmages, competition, & build robots. Students will also have support from other team members in operating the robots. Students will also go compete against other school in the First Robotics League. |
| Register: email: tatiane.smith@fastk8.org https://form.jotform.com/223404424949155 |
| $350 |
TUESDAYS
3:45 – 4:45 pm
MARINE BIOLOGY w/FAST TEACHER MR. MCKINLEY
| 12 sessions |
| 2nd Semester: Jan 23 – Apr 30, 2024 |
| Grades: 3rd – 8th |
| Mr. McKinley, FAST 6th grade science teacher will provide students with modules from the NOAA Enrichment in Marine Sciences and Oceanography (NEMO) Curriculum. The NEMO program has a curriculum with 23 lessons in marine science, biology, chemistry, geology, physics, technology, and marine policy that can be used to support a club such as mine. Some of the modules he will be using will be: Ocean Exploration, Ocean Layers 1 and 2, Currents, Tides, Waves, Plate Tectonics, Invertebrates, Vertebrates 1 and 2, Marine Ecosystems, Technology, and Marine Policy. Mr. McKinley will also draw on some of the curriculum and activities from his 15+ years as a senior environmental educator/sleepover guide at Georgia Aquarium. Culmination of this club will end with a dissection of a shark pup, guided tour around Georgia Aquarium and its behind-the-scenes areas as well as an animal encounter. |
| Register: https://form.jotform.com/223404424949155 Email: tatiane.smith@fastk8.org |
| $385 (2 GA Aquarium tickets included per student) |
THE LITTLE YOGIS: YOGA, MOVEMENT & MINDFULNESS CLUB
| 12 sessions |
| 2nd Semester: Jan 23 – Apr 30, 2024 |
| Grades: KK – 5th |
| Little Yogis of Roswell is much more than a kids yoga class! We encourage self-expression through movement, creativity. We create a social environment that feels like a little home away from home helps kids find their voice, celebrates differences and encourages peer and social connection through yoga activities, breathwork, stretching, poses, etc. The Little Yogis Program is a fun club where movement and social bonding is a whole mood. It’s a no flex zone, safe space of being your real and authentic self, building self esteem— “it’s giving rizz”, and each student will feel a total “glow up” with their new yogi squad. Come be a vibe with us. |
| Register: http://www.thelittleyogis.com/ or call Namaste 678-237-9268 |
| $250 (one time registration fee of $65) |
ASTROS SPIRIT w/FAST TEACHERS MS. TUPPINCE 3:45-5:30pm
| 26 sessions (Tuesdays & Thursdays) |
| 2nd Semester: Jan 23 – May 2, 2024 |
| Grades: 2ND – 8TH |
| The Astros Cheer Team/Club will be led by Coach T, who has been cheering for over 10 years from recreational all the way up to collegiate. Sessions will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 3:45 Pm – 5:30 Pm. This club will consist of cheerleaders learning cheers/chants, tumbling, and proper cheer etiquette for their future endeavors. Cheerleaders will participate in school functions including basketball games. If you have any further questions please email Stacia.Tuppince@fastk8.org Cheerleading meetings will be at 3:45pm-5:30pm (Tuesdays & Thursdays) |
| Register: https://form.jotform.com/223404424949155 email: tatiane.smith@fastk8.org |
| $200 for returning students & $450 for new students |
WEDNESDAYS
3:45 – 4:45 pm
CHESS ATLANTA: CHESS GROUPS BASED ON SKILL LEVEL
| 13 sessions |
| 2nd Semester: Jan 24 – Apr 24, 2024 |
| Grades: 1st – 6th |
| International chess champion, Carlos Perdomo offers students instruction based on individual skill level in a fun, yet structured environment. Students learn effective tactics, how to use a chess clock, how to play against a computer, chess puzzles, etc. Students have the opportunity to play in local tournaments: Standard Chess, Bughouse (team chess), and Blitz (speed chess)! Awards are given for Class Champion, Most Improved, and Sportsmanship. All students build a sense of motivation and accomplishment. |
| Register: Email: info@chessatlanta.com or call Carlos Perdomo 770-845-0890 |
| $310 |
DISCOVER SCIENCE CENTER: MINI MED SCHOOL
| 13 sessions |
| 2nd Semester: Jan 24 – Apr 24, 2024 |
| Grades: 1st – 5th |
| SPRING 2024: DISCOVER MARINE SCIENCE
DISCOVER MARINE SCIENCE is an after-school science enrichment program aimed at children interested learning about the ocean and marine biology. Each class, developed by marine biologists and educators, includes knowledge development and hands-on learning activities. Every week we cover a new topic, from saltwater density experiments and learning how sand is made, to squid dissections and examining shark skin. |
| Register: https://discoversciencecenter.com/after-school-programs email: info@discoversciencecenter.com or call Diana Rodriguez 770-641-9336 |
| $286 (10% sibling discount) |
THURSDAYS
3:4-4:45 pm
PURPOSEFUL PLAY TINKERGARTEN CURRICULUM
| 10 sessions |
| 2nd Semester: Feb 15 – Apr 25, 2025 |
| Grades: K – 3RD |
| PURPOSEFUL PLAY TINKERGARTEN is an after-school science enrichment program aimed at children interested in learning through nature exploration. Each class, developed by educators & experts, includes hands-on learning activities. Every week we explore a new play invitation rooted in nature, from learning how persistent ice worms thrive, to imagining how a groundhog hibernates, to testing our strength like the Alaskan Husky. This semester our lessons will focus on 2 essential skills that kids need – Persistence & Creativity. |
| Register: https://form.jotform.com/240024879151151 email: purposefulplaytg@gmail.com or call Lynda Sharp 434-989-7695 |
| $250 (10% sibling discount) |