Extended Play and Enrichment
Registration for the Winter Session of Extended Play and Enrichment (EPE) is now closed.
Questions? Please email apacifico@mka.org.
EPE’s Winter Session is here! Let your child escape the winter doldrums and play with their friends after school. Winter Session will run from Monday, January 6, through Friday, March 7. Registration for EPE Winter Session opens at 7:00 p.m., on Monday, December 2. Registration will take place for all programs through our online portal, CampBrain. All charges will be billed through your MKA Smart Tuition account. (If you have registered for STAR Camp or EPE in the past, your same credentials can be used to access EPE registration via CampBrain.)
New Winter Session Course Offerings!
Primary School:
- Bitty Basketball is Back!
- Test Tech Lab
- Ooey Gooey Science
- Coding Superheroes
- Stories and More
- Kids Art Effect
- Empowering Skills for Girls
- Imagine Musical Theater
- Rhythm Explorers
- Rip Rollin’ Robots for Girls
- Math All Around
Middle School:
- Ping Pong Tournament
- Duct Tape Crafts
- EPE Video Studio
- Robotics
- The Spoken Word: Public Speaking and Debate
Under the direction of Amy Pacifico, the EPE Team has worked hard to build an engaging and personalized experience for your child as you choose the activities and timing that are right for your family. Please be sure to carefully read the below information. Questions? Please email apacifico@mka.org.
Program Structure
- After-school care is provided from the end of the school day until 6:00 p.m. each day.
- Students will remain on their home campus: grades Pre-K to 3 at the Primary School and grades 4 & 5 at the Middle School.
- Multiple sessions are offered daily where you can choose for your student(s) to participate in Stay and Play or an Enrichment Class
- If you chose a class or Stay and Play for Session 2, then you must choose Stay and Play or another class for Session 1. If you do not make a selection, your student(s) will be placed in Stay and Play, and you will be charged accordingly ($15/hour).
- Extended Student Supervision(ESS, formerly Study Hall) is available for students in for grades 6-8. Please see details at the bottom of this webpage.
Pricing
- Enrichment Classes vary in prices. All details can be found on the schedules below.
- Stay and Play is available Monday-Friday for students in Grades Pre-K to 5 at $15/hour per student.
- Unscheduled drop-ins will be charged at $25/hour per student, and student(s) will be placed in Stay and Play.
- If your child(ren) is not picked up within 10 minutes of their session ending, they will be placed in Stay and Play, and you will be charged $25/hour per student.
- Families arriving after 6:00 p.m. will be charged $25 for every 10 minutes after 6:00 p.m.
EPE Offerings for Primary School (Grades Pre-K-3): January 6 - March 7
Winter Session will run from Monday, January 6, through Friday, March 7. Please click on the days of the week below to view the schedule and available classes for each day. Class descriptions are available in the dropdown for each day of the week.
**Please note that if you choose a class or Stay and Play for Session 2, then you must choose Stay and Play or another class for Session 1. If you do not make a selection, your student(s) will be placed in Stay and Play, and you will be charged accordingly ($15/hour).
Monday
| 2:15 - 2:30 p.m. | Students Check In with Head Teachers and Enjoy a Snack |
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Session 1 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help (Grades 1-3) Bitty Basketball (Pre-K) Gymnastics (Grades 1-3) Beginner Chess (Grades K-3) Sewing (Grades 1-3) Test Tech Lab (Grades 2 & 3) Ooey Gooey Science (Pre-K & K) |
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Session 2 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help (Grades 1-3) Test Tech Lab (Grades 2 & 3) Intermediate Chess (Grades 1-3) Gymnastics (Pre-K & K) Crafty Corner (Pre-K & K) Empowering Skills for Girls' Friendships (Grades 2 & 3) |
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4:30 - 5:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play |
| 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. | Stay and Play |
View All Monday Class Descriptions
Monday Classes will run for 6 weeks on: January 6, January 13, January 27, February 3, February 10, February 24 (Make-Up Day OR Stay & Play: March 3)
No School on January 20 (MLK Day) and February 17 (Presidents' Day)
Stay and Play - Are you looking for an after school playdate with friends? Then take advantage of “Stay and Play.” Stay and Play offers students the opportunity to interact in a safe and fun environment. Students will enjoy the beautiful weather outside playing with friends on the field/playground. During inclement weather, students will have fun with their friends inside with board games, blocks, legos, etc.
Price: $15/hour
Homework Help (Grades 1-3)- Get a jump start on homework after school! A teacher will supervise and help get homework assignments completed. Independent study skills and organizational skills will also be reinforced. Quiet reading time and puzzles will also be offered for enrichment when homework and studying is complete.
Price: $15/hour
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Bitty Basketball (Pre-K)- Bitty Basketball is back! Join Coach P and Coach Sasso for an incredible youth basketball experience. Pre-K students will learn how to dribble and move around with the basketball. In addition, they will learn proper shooting mechanics and gain an understanding of boundary recognition.Basketball games will begin during the 4th week and parents are encouraged to attend. With 10-12 players on a team, we feel confident that everyone will have a positive and meaningful experience.
Price: $255/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 16
Sewing Hosted by The Eclectic Chic Boutique (Grades 1-3) - Learn how to hand sew and make small projects.
Price: $240/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Test Tech Lab (Grades 1-3) - Tech Test Lab is a hands-on session where learners explore select iPad apps to create music, select coding activities, and more. Each session is interactive and challenges learners' creativity and problem-solving skills.
Grades 2-3: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Grades 2-3: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $195/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Ooey, Gooey Science (Pre-K & K) - Get ready to dive into a world of messy, hands-on fun! In each session of Ooey Gooey Science, young scientists will explore different textures and reactions as they create sensory materials like kinetic sand, play dough, cloud dough, slime, and oobleck. To set the stage, we'll start with a short, engaging book related to the day’s activity, introducing science concepts in a fun, age-appropriate way. Then, it’s time to get messy! Perfect for curious kids who love to experiment and explore, this class combines storytelling and science for an exciting, gooey experience every week!
Price: $210/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Chess for Beginners (Grades K-3) - Join former MKA student and chess Grandmaster Mac Molner for a fun and exciting chess class! Chess is a fun way to practice valuable skills like planning, critical thinking, and spatial reasoning. Students will take their first steps in the royal game, learning all piece movements, getting in and out of check, how to capture and checkmate. Grandmaster Mac will make the class fun and educational through the use of prizes, trophies, and exciting mini-games to help students develop their love of the game.
Chess Intermediate (Grades 1-3) - Join former MKA student and chess Grandmaster Mac Molner for a fun new session of chess. Students in the intermediate chess class already know how all the pieces move and about special moves like en passant and castling. Classmates will learn common checkmate patterns, basic tactics like pins and double attacks, and learn the rules of tournament chess. Grandmaster Mac will offer prizes like chess keychains, wristbands, tournament scorebooks, and a trophy. Students will get to try out fun new types of chess like atomic chess, ghost chess, and bughouse.
Price: $195/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 16
Gymnastics (Grades 1-3)- Returning and new students can join Ms. Rachelle, formerly from Diamond Gymnastics, for gymnastics classes. Classes include trampoline, beam, and mat skills. Students are taught forward and back rolls, cartwheels, round offs, and handstands. As each student advances, they are spotted at their level and move on to more advanced skills that include front and back walkovers, front and back handsprings, flips, etc. It’s a very high energy, fun class for boys and girls that the kids really enjoy.
Gymnastics (Pre-K & K) - Join Ms. Rachelle, formerly from Diamond Gymnastics, for classes that consist of stretching, mat activities, trampoline, and beam. Students are taught forward and back rolls, cartwheels, and handstands. As the students progress, they move on to more advanced skills that include front and back walkovers, front and back handsprings, flips, etc. It’s a fun, high energy class that the students will really enjoy!
Price: $210/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 18
Empowering Skills for Girls' Friendships (Grades 2 & 3) - Stand Up! Speak Out, Empowering Skills for Girls' Friendships is an afterschool curriculum that was developed by the Institute for Girls' Development. The goal of the curriculum is to support the development of healthy relationship-building skills in girls and gender-expansive youth. During these sessions, your child will engage in 30-minute lessons that focus on some of the topics below (this is not an exhaustive list).
- Seeing the Big Picture and Building Connection
- Taking Care of the Emotional World: Skills for Self-Care and Calming
- "Oops! Ouch!" Alternative Skills to Being Mean
During the other 30 minutes, we will engage in fun team-building activities that support building community.
Price: $210/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 15
Crafty Corner (Pre-K & K) - Have fun while being creative! Let your little one’s imagination soar by engaging in craft projects every week. Crafts can help students improve their decision-making abilities, concentration, self-confidence, problem-solving, and fine motor skills.
Price: $195/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Tuesday
| 2:15 - 2:30 p.m. | Students Check In with Head Teachers and Enjoy a Snack |
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Session 1 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help (Grades 1-3) Bitty Basketball (Pre-K) Art and Pottery (Grades 1-3) Legomania (Pre-K & K) Coding Superheroes (Grades 2 & 3) 3D Printing Pen Lab (Grades 1-3) Crafty Corner (Grades K & 1) |
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Session 2 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help (Grades 1-3) Coding Superheroes (Grades K & 1) Art and Pottery (Pre-K & K) Crafty Corner (Grades 1-3) Math Games (Grades 2 & 3) |
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4:30 - 5:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play |
| 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. | Stay and Play |
View All Tuesday Class Descriptions
Tuesday Classes will run for 8 weeks on: January 7, January 14, January 21, January 28, February 4, February 11, February 18, February 25 (Make-Up Day OR Stay & Play: March 4)
Stay and Play - Are you looking for an after school playdate with friends? Then take advantage of “Stay and Play.” Stay and Play offers students the opportunity to interact in a safe and fun environment. Students will enjoy the beautiful weather outside playing with friends on the field/playground. During inclement weather, students will have fun with their friends inside with board games, blocks, legos, etc.
Price: $15/hour
Homework Help (Grades 1-3)- Get a jump start on homework after school! A teacher will supervise and help get homework assignments completed. Independent study skills and organizational skills will also be reinforced. Quiet reading time and puzzles will also be offered for enrichment when homework and studying is complete.
Price: $15/hour
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Bitty Basketball (Pre-K) - Bitty Basketball is back! Join Coach P and Coach Sasso for an incredible youth basketball experience. Pre-K students will learn how to dribble and move around with the basketball. In addition, they will learn proper shooting mechanics and gain an understanding of boundary recognition. Basketball games will begin during the 4th week and parents are encouraged to attend. With 10-12 players on a team, we feel confident that everyone will have a positive and meaningful experience.
Price: $335/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 16
Art and Pottery Hosted by Arts and Creations Pottery Studio - In this class, students will participate in activities that include canvas, pottery and/or glass painting, mosaic art, and more!
Grades 1-3: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Grades Pre-K & K: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $285/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 20
3D Printing Pen Lab (Grades 1-3) - This class allows students to create 3D art and projects and to develop productive visual and art skills. Whether you have used a 3D pen before or not, an experienced teacher will be there to guide students in any capacity they need. A 3D pen is a unique form of printing as it is directly controlled by the user. Doodle to your heart's desire and explore making your own two or three-dimensional art pieces.
Price: $275/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 15
Legomania (Pre-K & K) - Pre-K and K students will put their architectural skills to work while creating a variety of planes, cars, trucks, spaceships, boats, and buildings using traditional Lego. Fun for everyone!
Price: $195/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Coding Superheroes - The Minecraft world is in danger! In this class, students will learn coding fundamentals and use them to create powerful superheroes with special abilities. Each class creates a new opportunity for our coders to save the Minecraft world against a new danger! From traveling to a ruined city and exploring a frozen bunker to saving the White House and more! Students will have an amazing time putting their coding skills to the test!
Projects include Anvil Rain using commands and loops, Programmable Robot Bodyguard with selector variables, and Gladiator using position variables and fill commands. Prior coding or Minecraft experience is not required.
Grades 2 & 3: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Grades K & 1: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $300/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Crafty Corner - Have fun while being creative! Let your little one’s imagination soar by engaging in craft projects every week. Crafts can help students improve their decision-making abilities, concentration, self-confidence, problem-solving, and fine motor skills
Grades K &1: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Grades 1-3: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $235/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Math Games (Grades 2 & 3)- Join us for fun games and adventures involving math. Games and activities will be focused on developing students’ math fact fluency, problem-solving skills, and most importantly, a love of math! Fun for grades two and three.
Price: $235/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Wednesday
| 2:15 - 2:30 p.m. | Students Check In with Head Teachers and Enjoy a Snack |
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Session 1 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help (Grades 1-3) Bitty Basketball (Grades K & 1) Kids Art Effect (Grades 1-3) Stories and More (Pre-K & K) Sewing (Grades 1-3) Tech Tinker Time (Grades 1-3) Rip Rollin’ Robots for Girls (Grades 2 & 3) |
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Session 2 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help (Grades 1-3) Bitty Basketball (Grades 2-3) Sewing (Grades 1-3) Kids Art Effect (Pre-K & K) Stories and More (Grades K & 1) Mr. Justin’s Clubs in the Classroom (Pre-K & K) |
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4:30 - 5:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play |
| 5:30-6:00 p.m. | Stay and Play |
View All Wednesday Class Descriptions
Wednesday Classes will run for 7 weeks on: January 8, January 15, January 22, February 5, Feb 12, February 19, February 26 (Make-Up Day OR Stay & Play: March 5)
No School on January 29 (Lunar New Year)
Stay and Play - Are you looking for an after school playdate with friends? Then take advantage of “Stay and Play.” Stay and Play offers students the opportunity to interact in a safe and fun environment. Students will enjoy the beautiful weather outside playing with friends on the field/playground. During inclement weather, students will have fun with their friends inside with board games, blocks, legos, etc.
Price: $15/hour
Homework Help (Grades 1-3) - Get a jump start on homework after school! A teacher will supervise and help get homework assignments completed. Independent study skills and organizational skills will also be reinforced. Quiet reading time and puzzles will also be offered for enrichment when homework and studying is complete.
Price: $15/hour
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Bitty Basketball - Bitty Basketball is back! Join Coach P and Coach Sasso for an incredible youth basketball experience. K-1 students will be grouped together to refine their dribbling, passing, and shooting skills. Second and third-grade students will participate in the excitement of competition and fast-paced action for the ultimate hoop experience! Basketball games will begin during the 4th week and parents are encouraged to attend. With 10-12 players on a team, we feel confident that everyone will have a positive and meaningful experience.
Grades K & 1: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Grades 2 & 3: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $295/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 20
Sewing Hosted by The Eclectic Chic Boutique (Grades 1-3) - Learn how to hand sew and make small projects.
Price: $270/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Kids Art Effects - This art enrichment class provides young artists with inspiring projects that allow for a personalized approach. Students are taught about the life and work of contemporary artists. Students will be inspired to create high-level outcomes that are sure to be enjoyed for years to come!
- Encourages original concepts and creates ambitious multi-day projects
- Explores drawing, painting, and mixed media
- Addresses technical skills with practice and experimentation
Grades 1-3: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Grades Pre-K & K: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $275/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 15
Stories and More (Pre-K & K) - Join Mrs. Sasena for this engaging and creative experience with children's literature! Collage, map-making, painting, drawing, skits, and building with blocks are some ways that children will be encouraged to respond to classic and contemporary children’s literature. A new story will be read aloud each week, followed by a discussion of story elements such as characters, setting, and problem and solution. After the discussion, children will be inspired to reflect on these elements and create their projects individually or with a partner. Join Mrs. Sasena for this engaging and creative experience!
Grades Pre-K & K: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Grades K & 1: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $230/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Tech Tinker Time Hosted by The Coder School, Montclair (Grades 1-3) - Tech Tinker Time is an engaging program designed to introduce young learners to the world of technology and coding. Through a series of hands-on sessions, children will explore basic coding concepts, digital art, artificial intelligence, and game development. Each session is crafted to be interactive and educational, encouraging creativity and problem-solving. Activities include learning to navigate iPads, creating digital art with Freeform, coding with Scratch Jr., and understanding internet safety.
Price: $270/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Mr. Justin's Clubs in the Classroom (Pre-K & K) - Each week there will be a different club in a classroom setting (Lego Club, Cartoon Club, Pokémon Club, Games and Challenges Club etc.). The classes will consist of a project mixed with physical activities according to the weekly club. The children will be working on their hand eye coordination, strengthening their core , fine motor skills, working together as a team and more.
Price: $250/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Rip Rollin’ Robots Girls (Grades 2 & 3) - Join Ms. Glynn in the science room to explore the world of robotics in this hands-on program. Students will be introduced to fundamental coding concepts through interactive and engaging activities. Using versatile Dash robots, girls will program on iPads and watch their coding turn into a real time tangible learning experience as Dash moves, talks, lights up, and interacts with its surroundings. With a focus on teamwork, innovation, and critical thinking, students will navigate Dash robots through mazes, conquer coding puzzles, and perhaps even solve a collaborative “challenge” mission. Girls will also have an opportunity to interact with and try other robots and electronics. Students who have prior experience with this class or Dash robots are welcome to join, as students will be able to work at their own pace.
Wednesdays
Price: $230/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Thursday
| 2:15 - 2:30 p.m. | Students Check In with Head Teachers and Enjoy a Snack |
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Session 1 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help (Grades 1-3) Bitty Basketball (Grades K & 1) Logic Quest (Grades 1-3) Imagine Storytelling (Pre-K & K) Kid Power Gymnastics (Grades Pre-K to 3) Yummy Bites (Grades 1-3) |
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Session 2 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help (Grades 1-3) Bitty Basketball (Grades 2-3) Yay for Yoga! (Pre-K & K) Imagine Musical Theater (Grades 1-3) |
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4:30 - 5:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play |
| 5:30-6:00 p.m. | Stay and Play |
View All Thursday Class Descriptions
Thursday Classes will run for 8 Weeks on: January 9, January 16, January 23, January 30, February 6, February 13, February 20, February 27 (Make-Up Day OR Stay & Play: March 6)
Stay and Play - Are you looking for an after school playdate with friends? Then take advantage of “Stay and Play.” Stay and Play offers students the opportunity to interact in a safe and fun environment. Students will enjoy the beautiful weather outside playing with friends on the field/playground. During inclement weather, students will have fun with their friends inside with board games, blocks, legos, etc.
Price: $15/hour
Homework Help (Grades 1-3)- Get a jump start on homework after school! A teacher will supervise and help get homework assignments completed. Independent study skills and organizational skills will also be reinforced. Quiet reading time and puzzles will also be offered for enrichment when homework and studying is complete.
Price: $15/hour
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Bitty Basketball - Bitty Basketball is back! Join Coach P and Coach Sasso for an incredible youth basketball experience. K-1 students will be grouped together to refine their dribbling, passing, and shooting skills. Second and third-grade students will participate in the excitement of competition and fast-paced action for the ultimate hoop experience! Basketball games will begin during the 4th week and parents are encouraged to attend. With 10-12 players on a team, we feel confident that everyone will have a positive and meaningful experience.
Grades K & 1: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Grades 2 & 3: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $335/hour
Max Number of Students in Class: 20
Kid Power Gymnastics (Grades Pre-K to 3)- A great opportunity to make new friends! Students in grades 1-3 will learn how to teach the Pre-K and kindergarten students different gymnastic moves. Then, they will be paired up into groups to work on their skills together. This class allows the older children to shine as leaders and gives the younger children a role model to look up to.
Price: $250/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 18
Logic Quest (Grades 1-3) - Unlock the Magic of Logic: dive into a world of puzzles, brain-teasers, and escape room adventures! Join us on a thrilling journey where learners unleash their creativity, crack codes, and think outside the box. Get ready for a course packed with fun challenges that'll spark curiosity and sharpen those young minds!
Price: $275/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 15
Imagine Storytelling (Pre-K & K)- Ready, Set, Action! Join Bloom Performing Arts in this make-believe movement and acting class. Through creative dramatic play, miming, animal character work, puppetry, and interactive storytelling, your child will stretch their muscles while strengthening their imagination. Students will experience the magic of storytelling through improvisational games, beginning acting lessons, creative movement, and storytelling activities. The class culminates in a filmed final performance of an original Bloom Performing Arts script. The performance will be edited by a professional film editor and made into a movie, making a memory to cherish for a lifetime! Join us this semester and let the storytelling adventures begin!
Price: $300/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Imagine Musical Theater (Grades 1-3)- 3, 2, 1, Action! Join Bloom Performing Arts in this advanced musical theater performance class. Students will explore singing, movement, and characterizations in this scene-into-song course through theatrical dramatizations and song interpretations. Each student will work with scene partners and cover a range of musical styles, culminating in a final musical showcase for family and friends. By the end of the semester, students will enhance their performance skills, awaken their creativity, and strengthen their unique artistic voices. Join Bloom Performing Arts, and let’s get performing!
Price: $300/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Yummy Bites (Grades 1-3) - Calling all aspiring chefs! Learn easy recipes that involve no cooking or baking. Students will enjoy their yummy bites after class.
Price: $275/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Yay for Yoga (Pre-K & K) - Strengthen your little one’s coordination and flexibility with this 30 minute yoga class led by one of our very own counselors. The yoga class is automatically followed by 30 minutes of Stay and Play.
Price: $195/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Friday
| 2:15 - 2:30 p.m. | Students Check In with Head Teachers and Enjoy a Snack |
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Session 1 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play Sensei Mills Karate (Pre-K & K) Zen Hour (Grades 2 & 3) Chess for Everyone (Grades 1-3) Rhythm Explorers (Grades 1-3) Math All Around (Pre-K & K) |
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Session 2 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play Sensei Mills Karate (Grades 1-3) Rhythm Explorers (Pre-K & K) Book Club (Grades 2 & 3) |
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4:30 - 5:30 p.m. |
Stay and Play |
| 5:30 -6:00 p.m. | Stay and Play |
View All Friday Class Descriptions
Friday Classes will run for 7 Weeks on: January 10, January 17, January 24, January 31, February 7, February 21, February 28 (Make Up Day OR Stay and Play: March 7)
No School on February 14 (Faculty In-Service)
Stay and Play - (Formerly known as Extended Day) Are you looking for an after school playdate with friends? Then take advantage of “Stay and Play.” Stay and Play offers students the opportunity to interact in a safe and fun environment. Students will enjoy the beautiful weather outside playing with friends on the field/playground. During inclement weather, students will have fun with their friends inside with board games, blocks, legos, etc.
Price: $15/hour
Sensei Mills Karate - Learn self discipline, self confidence, and focus from a fifth degree black belt! The curriculum will cover warm up, basic karate drills, learning judo rolls, and self defense awareness. Anti-bullying and character development are also an important part of this beneficial class!
Grades Pre-K & K: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Grades 1-3: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $230/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Zen Hour* (Grades 2 & 3) - Zen Hour is a great way to end the week! Students will join Anne-Sophie Roure to gather for a variety of activities centered around meditation, relaxation, simple yoga poses, breath work, gratitude practice and storytelling. All activities are aimed at helping children to focus and concentrate, to develop their imagination and creativity and feel calmer and more relaxed.
Price: $210/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
*Please Note: This is a 6-week class. No Class on January 24 and February 21. Makeup class on March 7.
Chess for Everyone (Grades 1-3) - Calling all beginner and intermediate chess players! Students will compete against players of similar ability to improve their skill and knowledge of the game. The Grandmaster will make the class fun and educational through the use of prizes, trophies, and exciting mini-games to help students develop their love of the game.
Price: $215/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 16
Rhythm Explorers - Rhythm Explorers is a collaborative drum circle where students learn to connect music with movement, patterns, counting, and storytelling. Students will be introduced to foundational rhythms from around the world and will get a chance to play a wide variety of percussive instruments. Rhythm Explorers practice critical listening, thoughtful collaboration, and improvising on a theme.
Grades 1-3: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Grades Pre- K & K: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $215/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Math All Around (Pre-K & K)- In this class, children will enjoy games, music & movement, and art activities to improve their math skills all while having fun with peers! The games and activities will provide playful practice with counting, comparing numbers, and recognizing and matching written numbers with correct amounts. Join Mrs. Sasena during this hands-on fun-filled math focused class!
Price: $180/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Book Club (Grades 2 & 3)- Our young EPE students have requested to continue our popular book club! This winter session we will be reading and discussing The One and Only Bob by Kathering Applegate. Bookworms unite!
Price: $180/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
EPE Offerings for Middle School (Grades 4 & 5): January 6 - March 7
Winter Session will run from Monday, January 6, through Friday, March 7. Please click on the days of the week below to view the schedule and available classes for each day. Class descriptions are available in the dropdown for each day of the week.
**Please note that if you choose a class or Stay and Play for Session 2, then you must choose Stay and Play or another class for Session 1. If you do not make a selection, your student(s) will be placed in Stay and Play, and you will be charged accordingly ($15/hour).
Monday
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Session 1 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help Street Art Fun in French (Grade 4 only) The Spoken Word: Public Speaking and Debate |
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Session 2 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help |
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Session 3 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play |
View All Monday Class Descriptions
Monday Classes will run for 6 weeks on: January 6, January 13, January 27, February 3, February 10, February 24 (Make-Up Day OR Stay & Play: March 3)
No School on January 20 (MLK Day) and February 17 (Presidents' Day)
Stay and Play - Are you looking for an after school playdate with friends? Then take advantage of “Stay and Play.” Stay and Play offers students the opportunity to interact in a safe and fun environment. Students will enjoy the beautiful weather outside playing with friends on the field/playground. During inclement weather, students will have fun with their friends inside with board games, blocks, legos, etc.
Price: $15/hour
Homework Help - Get a jump start on homework after school! A teacher will supervise and help get homework assignments completed. Independent study skills and organizational skills will also be reinforced. Quiet reading time and puzzles will also be offered for enrichment when homework and studying is complete.
Price: $15/hour
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Street Art - Some of the art world’s most famous artists got their start on the streets. From the New York graffiti scene of Keith Haring and Jean Michel Basquiat to contemporary artists Banksy and Shepard Fairey, artists often created works that exist on building walls and gallery walls alike. In this class, young artists will learn about street artists from all corners of the world, create their own works influenced by these artists using markers, stencils and paint and design their own message, sign, or symbol. Students will learn about commissioned art vs. vandalism and the importance of being a good citizen. All supplies are provided.
Price: $210/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Fun in French for Fourth Graders* - This French class will offer a variety of activities based on fun, Acquisition Driven Instruction (ADI) activities and games. Enjoy a safe and engaging environment for French learners that will support them in comprehending French and communicating in French while fostering their confidence, with no stress of grades or homework.
*Please Note:
- This French club is for non beginner French learners, who were taught by Anne-Sophie Roure in third grade or are new to MKA and have some previous French instruction.
- This is a 5-week class. No class on January 27 and February 24. Makeup class on March 3.
Price: $200/child (Fourth graders only)
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
The Spoken Word: Public Speaking and Debate - Students will learn the techniques for building and delivering a successful speech. Students will engage in delivering speeches, as well as participating in formal and informal debates. In addition, students will have the necessary skills to critique, analyze and question speeches and debates delivered by others. This class will develop and improve public speaking, argumentative, and critical thinking skills in communication settings. Students will prepare and deliver speeches and participate in several in-class debates and forums on classic topics. Techniques will be taught to control speech anxiety, and structure and organize information to present to a variety of audiences. As such, the fundamentals of physical and vocal delivery skills, use of language and gesturing, as well as listening skills will be learned.
Price: $200/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Tuesday
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Session 1 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help Sewing Robotics |
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Session 2 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help |
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Session 3 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play |
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Tuesday Classes will run for 8 weeks on: January 7, January 14, January 21, January 28, February 4, February 11, February 18, February 25 (Make-Up Day OR Stay & Play: March 4)
Stay and Play - Are you looking for an after school playdate with friends? Then take advantage of “Stay and Play.” Stay and Play offers students the opportunity to interact in a safe and fun environment. Students will enjoy the beautiful weather outside playing with friends on the field/playground. During inclement weather, students will have fun with their friends inside with board games, blocks, legos, etc.
Price: $15/hour
Homework Help - Get a jump start on homework after school! A teacher will supervise and help get homework assignments completed. Independent study skills and organizational skills will also be reinforced. Quiet reading time and puzzles will also be offered for enrichment when homework and studying is complete.
Price: $15/hour
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Sewing Hosted by The Eclectic Chic Boutique - Learn how to hand sew and make small projects.
Price: $295/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Robotics- Unleash your creativity in our Robotics class! Discover the exciting world of robotics, engineering, and coding as you work with your own robot. With provided materials (SmartKiddo robots), you'll learn engineering and programming skills while crafting programs of varying complexity that help robots move and interact with the world. No previous experience is needed; just bring your passion for innovation, problem-solving skills, and an engineering mindset. Join us for an exhilarating journey into the realm of robotics and embrace the endless possibilities of technology and creativity!
Price: $285/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Wednesday
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Session 1 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help STEM+ Design, Build, and Explore Ping Pong Tournament |
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Session 2 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help |
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Session 3 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play |
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Wednesday Classes will run for 7 weeks on: January 8, January 15, January 22, February 5, Feb 12, February 19, February 26 (Make-Up Day OR Stay & Play: March 5)
No School on January 29 (Lunar New Year)
Stay and Play - Are you looking for an after school playdate with friends? Then take advantage of “Stay and Play.” Stay and Play offers students the opportunity to interact in a safe and fun environment. Students will enjoy the beautiful weather outside playing with friends on the field/playground. During inclement weather, students will have fun with their friends inside with board games, blocks, legos, etc.
Price: $15/hour
Homework Help - Get a jump start on homework after school! A teacher will supervise and help get homework assignments completed. Independent study skills and organizational skills will also be reinforced. Quiet reading time and puzzles will also be offered for enrichment when homework and studying is complete.
Price: $15/hour
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Ping Pong Tournament- Transform yourself into an elite table tennis player! This class covers the essential skills and techniques to play at a competitive level. Instruction includes rules of the game, terminology, grip and racket control, serving, and footwork! Compete for the elusive EPE ping pong champion trophy!
Price: $180/hour
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
STEM + Design, Build, and Explore - This course will help build a stronger scientific community for our students by engaging them in various STEM challenges. Following the engineering design process, students will learn to design and build to explore various science topics. We will also be using short science documentaries as a resource to inspire engaging discussions, followed by trivia and other activities to foster the students' curiosity on topics beyond the classroom curriculum. Course Offered by Mrs. Niazi, Middle School Science Teacher
Price: $230/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Thursday
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Session 1 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help Chess Masters Open Art EPE Video Studio |
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Session 2 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play Homework Help |
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Session 3 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play |
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Thursday Classes will run for 8 Weeks on: January 9, January 16, January 23, January 30, February 6, February 13, February 20, February 27 (Make-Up Day OR Stay & Play: March 6)
Stay and Play - Are you looking for an after school playdate with friends? Then take advantage of “Stay and Play.” Stay and Play offers students the opportunity to interact in a safe and fun environment. Students will enjoy the beautiful weather outside playing with friends on the field/playground. During inclement weather, students will have fun with their friends inside with board games, blocks, legos, etc.
Price: $15/hour
Homework Help - Get a jump start on homework after school! A teacher will supervise and help get homework assignments completed. Independent study skills and organizational skills will also be reinforced. Quiet reading time and puzzles will also be offered for enrichment when homework and studying is complete.
Price: $15/hour
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
Chess Masters - In this class, topics covered will be basic checkmates, types of drawn positions, converting endings into wins and good opening play and winning strategies in the middlegame. Students will be taught with the usage of a demonstration board and time for “hands on” play with one another.
Price: $275/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 18
Open Art - Students are welcome to come to our club with a specific artistic vision in mind. This may include drawing, painting, or sculpture. Ms. Francht will work with each student individually to ensure they are enjoying and creating their own unique artwork.
Price: $275/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 12
EPE Video Studio - Learn the ins and outs of video making. Create a screenplay, shoot and direct your own short film, starring YOU! Instruction includes how to cut, edit, and add a soundtrack to your movies!
Price: $200/child
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Friday
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Session 1 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play Duct Tape Crafts |
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Session 2 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play |
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Session 3 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. |
Stay and Play |
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Friday Classes will run for 7 Weeks on: January 10, January 17, January 24, January 31, February 7, February 21, February 28 (Make Up Day OR Stay and Play: March 7)
No School on February 14 (Faculty In-Service)
Stay and Play - Are you looking for an after school playdate with friends? Then take advantage of “Stay and Play.” Stay and Play offers students the opportunity to interact in a safe and fun environment. Students will enjoy the beautiful weather outside playing with friends on the field/playground. During inclement weather, students will have fun with their friends inside with board games, blocks, legos, etc.
Price: $15/hour
Duct Tape Crafts - Give duct tape a second life in this fun-filled class with Miss Erika. Create coin purses, stuffed pillows, wearable accessories, and even design a custom dress! A must-try for those of you who love to repurpose everyday household items into little works of art!
Price: $270/hour
Max Number of Students in Class: 10
Extended Student Supervision (ESS): Grades 6-8
Extended Student Supervision (ESS, formerly Study Hall) is available Monday-Friday, from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m., for students in Grades 6-8. Sign up by trimester is required via GoogleForm (not CampBrain). The winter trimester will run from Monday, January 6 through Friday, March 7.
The cost is as follows:
- If your child is picked up between:
- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.: $200.00 per trimester (ESS pickup begins at 3:30 p.m. to avoid conflict with the Middle School carline.)
- 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.: $400.00 per trimester
- Drop-in Rate: $25 per hour
- Late Charge for Pickup After 6:00 p.m.: $25.00 per quarter hour
Please note: The number of days that your child attends ESS each week has no impact on the trimester cost.
The registration fee is waived for families receiving financial aid, but registration is still required. All charges will be billed through your MKA Blackbaud Tuition Management account. The deadline to register for the ESS winter trimester is Friday, December 13.
Registration for ESS is Now Open!
ESS registration will close on Friday, December 13.
Meet the Team
Amy Pacifico
(she/her/hers)
Director of Extended Play and Enrichment Program, Co-Director of Star Camp
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Amy is joining the MKA community after 30 years of teaching in the West Orange Public Schools and is excited to begin a new chapter as the Director of the Extended Play and Enrichment (EPE) program. Although she will miss her role as a classroom teacher, she also loves her position as the director of MKA’s own STAR Camp for close to 20 years. Amy plans to bring her camp expertise to planning a robust EPE program that allows our students opportunities to extend their social and academic skills beyond the normal school hours.
Amy graduated from Muhlenberg College and earned her masters degree in elementary education. She has presented several times at the Educator Collaborative Global Conferences, NJECC, and the Annual Statewide Educational Conference at Montclair State University in 2019. She won the Governor’s Teacher of the Year award for her school in 2020.
Amy has been married to Primary School teacher and baseball coach Ralph Pacifico for 30 years and has three daughters, Paige, Emma, and Geena, who are all MKA graduates. In her free time, Amy enjoys reading and traveling.
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Amanda has worked at MKA’s Primary School for the past two years as an Extended Day Counselor, Substitute Teacher, and STAR Camp Art Teacher. She is thrilled to be joining the MKA team as the Assistant Director of Extended Play and Enrichment (EPE). The opportunity to help foster an environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun is a great privilege. Amanda graduated from The Fashion Institute of Technology with a bachelor’s degree in packaging design. After working in the design industry, she realized working with children is her true passion. She plans to go back to school to obtain her master’s degree in education.
In her free time, Amanda enjoys soaking up the sun on a hike or reading a good book (preferably at the beach). She will also be busy planning her summer wedding where she will marry her wonderful fiancé Jaime.
Demetrio Castillo
(he/his/him)
Assistant to Director of Extended Play and Enrichment for Middle School
MKA's Extended Play and Enrichment Program is proud to partner with local New Jersey businesses to expand your child's horizons:
- The Eclectic Chic Boutique (Montclair)
- The Coder School (Montclair)
- Arts and Creations Pottery Studio (Woodland Park)
- Bloom Performing Arts (New York City)
- Sensei Mills (Oakland)