Before & After School Program

Do you love playing games and telling stories? If you do, then this course is perfect for you! Get ready to learn how to code and express your creativity. We'll be using Scratch, a fun drag-and-drop coding tool which lets you create cool games, animations, and interactive stories. In this course, you will build exciting projects like games where characters jump and run on scrolling platforms, stories where you can navigate through a maze, and even multiplayer games to play with your friends! If you're just starting out, we'll begin by learning the basics of coding games. We'll teach you how to make things happen in your games using loops, conditions, and variables. Returning students will move on to more interesting concepts like using special conditions and making functions that can do different tasks. For those who want an extra challenge, we'll explore advanced topics like game physics, working with arrays (a way to store lots of information), and even adding artificial intelligence to your games!

All About Chess classes are tailored to the ability of the students, all skill levels are welcome. A typical class begins with a relaxed practice game to warm up. We then go on to a focused lesson that will build on lessons throughout the session. This can include basic opening strategies, tactics, and many of the major checkmate patterns. Then, depending on the week, students practice what they have been learning with games against their peers, play fun variant chess games, solve puzzles, or practice their checkmate patterns. Sportsmanship is stressed throughout.

In this yoga/mindfulness class, children will learn valuable tools to self-regulate, calm anxiety, improve coordination & balance, and develop strength & flexibility. Each class will consist of a different theme or adventure to keep kids engaged. Growth mindset coaching will be incorporated into the class through the use of storytelling and meditation. Yoga also brings children a sense of peace and empowerment to manage their bodies and emotions in fun and creative ways!

An introductory storybook theater drama class, working together to put on a play adapted from your favorite fairy tales. Performance for family and friends during the final class.

In this 5-week creative arts class, students will have the opportunity to learn about art concepts and terminology and apply the elements and principles of art while exploring a variety of art media – including acrylic and watercolor paints, oil and chalk pastels, clay, and textiles. Designed for students of different ages and abilities, young artists will learn techniques and gain new skills to create unique and expressive works of art each day. There might even be some fun homework! No previous experience necessary. Class fee includes all child-friendly materials. Creating art can be messy – please have your artist dress appropriately!

Students will use LEGO Education’s WeDo robotics system for budding engineers to explore the different aspects of robotics and programming through several fun and easy builds. Spinning tops, drumming monkeys, and snapping crocodiles are just a few of our fun builds.

An introductory storybook theater drama class, working together to put on a play adapted from your favorite fairy tales. Performance for family and friends during the final class.

Students will have an awesome time learning about bicycle safety as we bike to and explore a variety of local parks. Meet at the bike rack outside the NBE library with your helmet and bike!

School is out for the day, come to Si View and play! Our no school day camps are open to all K-5th grade students and include a full day of activities. Structure camp activities run 9AM to 4PM, extended care from 6:30AM to 6:30PM included. Be sure to pack a lunch and snacks for a busy day of playing!