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Registration for spring courses are now open!

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If a class is full and you would like to join the waitlist, please contact Heidi Spillane at hspillane@pds.org.

To register for after-school courses, please select your student(s)' grade level(s) to view available course options. If selecting multiple grades, please double-check that each course aligns with the correct grade level for your student(s). Selecting only a grade will not register your student(s) for a course. Please make sure to add your student(s)' first name and last name to secure a seat for the course in which you are enrolling.

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Lower School Homework Club 

Mondays: March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, June 1 (no class 5/25)

Instructor: Jim Laughlin, PDS LS Teacher

Students enrolled in our Lower School Homework Club will have a quiet, focused hour after school in which to complete homework assignments and class projects. The instructor will provide assistance if students "get stuck" or have questions regarding their work. This structured time helps students manage their time more effectively and allows them to become more independent while completing their assignments.

3:15-4:15 p.m. | Grades 2-4 | Total spots: 8 | 9 classes | $117

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IMAGINATIONGURU Presents Intro to Coding & Robotics

Mondays: April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18

Instructor: Priti Matta

As the name describes, in this class kids will have an early introduction to the world of robotics and programming. They will get the chance to play with different aspects of robotics. We will learn to make, program and operate them in a playful environment. We will be using many varieties of educational tools designed to help young children understand the concepts behind robotics and programming. This class will be different than in the winter.

3:15-4:15 p.m. | Grades PreK-1 | Total spots: 10 | 7 classes | $315

 

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Paint & Sit 

Mondays: April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18

Instructor: Stacy Maryland

Wind down after school with a snack and connect with your inner-artist. We’ll spend the end of the day creating a masterpiece. At the end of the seven week session students will have completed enough masterpieces to do an artist showing at home for friends & family. Berets not included, but hand sanitizer & a small snack are.

3:00-4:30 p.m. | Grades 2-4 | Total spots: 10 | 7 classes | $196

 

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Pins & Needles 

Mondays: April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18

Instructor: Patricia Sanson

We will be learning how to sew by hand creating projects over several weeks that may include holiday inspired items, pillows, flags animals etc. Students will be responsible for creating these from start to finish. Projects will be customized for the level of the group.

3:00-4:30 p.m. | Grades 2-4 | Total spots: 8 | 7 classes | $200

 

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Lower School Homework Club 

Tuesdays: March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, June 2 (no class 5/26)

Instructor: Jen Gallagher, PDS LS Teacher

Students enrolled in our Lower School Homework Club will have a quiet, focused hour after school in which to complete homework assignments and class projects. The instructor will provide assistance if students "get stuck" or have questions regarding their work. This structured time helps students manage their time more effectively and allows them to become more independent while completing their assignments.

3:15-4:15 p.m. | Grades 2-4 | Total spots: 8 | 9 classes | $117

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Spring Food and Garden Club

Tuesdays: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 12, 19, 26 (no class 5/5)

Instructor: Pam Flory, PDS Teacher

It’s Garden time! Join Mrs. Flory for special Spring garden projects. We’ll be planting, harvesting, eating and learning more about our small flock of hens. Anyone who would like a little extra time exploring the garden, meadow and compost area will enjoy participating in this after school activity. LS Food and Garden Club members should be prepared to have fun and get dirty!

3:15-4:15 p.m. | Grades K-1 | Total Spots: 8 | 7 classes | $155

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IMAGINATIONGURU Presents PDS Explorers

Tuesdays: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26

Instructor: Priti Matta

In each class, kids will explore the different areas of science through fun and safe hands-on experiments. This program fulfills today's need for STEM education for young minds. They will enjoy experimenting and exploring cool topics every week like weather, Volcanos, crystallization, bridges, optical illusions, circuits, etc. All experiments are safe and age appropriate. This class will be different than in the winter.

3:15-4:15 | Grades PK-1 | Total spots: 10 | 8 classes | $360

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Diner Time

Tuesdays: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26

Instructor: Stacy Maryland

It’s diner time! Make your reservation for a super yummy class! We will get into character (and costume) as servers, chefs & customers to cook & eat some great dishes.
Note: Class may not always be able to accommodate allergen, vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian and non-gluten options. We will be creating myriad dishes utilizing a variety of ingredients.

3:00-4:30 p.m. | Grades 2-4 | Total Spots: 8 | 8 classes | $220

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Lower School Homework Club 

Wednesdays: April 1,  8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, June 3 (no 5/27)

Instructor: Jen Gallagher, PDS LS Teacher

Students enrolled in our Lower School Homework Club will have a quiet, focused hour after school in which to complete homework assignments and class projects. The instructor will provide assistance if students "get stuck" or have questions regarding their work. This structured time helps students manage their time more effectively and allows them to become more independent while completing their assignments.

3:15-4:15 p.m. | Grades 2-4 | Total spots: 8 | 9 classes | $117

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IMAGINATIONGURU Presents 3D Printing

Wednesdays: April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 (no 5/27)

Instructor: Priti Matta

Kids will learn to design on tinkercad and make 3d objects and toys. Once developed, we print them with a 3D Printer capable of converting a digital file into a tangible object. Kids can take it home and have lots of fun playing with it!. Our classes are designed for the next generation of creators; children who like to play, imagine, draw and share. We'll give you the tools to let you explore your ideas. Software and hardware simplification is making it possible for kids of young ages to work with tools similar to the most sophisticated companies in the world. We expect that soon our children will stop being a consumer and become an active part of the creation process of everyday things. Projects in this class will be different than in the winter

  • All materials used in this club are provided.

3:15-4:15 p.m. | Grades 1-4 | Total Spots: 10 | 7 classes | $315

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LEGO Your Imagination

Wednesdays: April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13

Instructor: Patricia Sanson

What you will find is thousands of bricks, what you won’t find are instructions for what to do with them. Budding builders will develop an understanding of real world architecture. This Lego class doesn’t just encourage imagination but demands it.

3:00-4:30 p.m. | Grades PK-1 | Total Spots: 8 | 6 classes | $175

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The 3C’s - Cupcakes, Cake Pops & Cookies

Wednesday: April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20 (no 5/27)

Instructor: Stacy Maryland

Creating Cake pops is niece. Engineering extreme cupcakes is a blast, and decorating cookies is fun. Soooo..let’s get in the kitchen and do all three! Cupcakes that look like ramen, cookies that look like Chick-fil-a and Starbucks looking cake pops. Note: Class is not gluten-free.

3:00-4:30 | Grades 2-4 | Total spots: 8 | 7 classes | $200

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Spring Chess Academy for Young Scholars

Wednesday: April 1-June 3 from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.

YOU MUST REGISTER USING THE LINK BELOW.

Give your child a meaningful intellectual advantage this spring with our distinguished Chess Program, designed for motivated students who thrive in enriched, academically focused environments. Led by nationally and internationally ranked chess masters, our program combines high-level instruction with a supportive and engaging atmosphere that strengthens critical thinking, strategic reasoning, and focused problem-solving—skills that naturally support academic success.

Students receive individualized coaching, access curated study materials, and prepare for competitive tournament play alongside peers who share their curiosity and drive. For those thinking about joining, spring is the perfect time to step into a community where challenge and encouragement go hand in hand. For our returning Winter students, we’re excited to build on your progress and continue elevating your competitive edge. Whether new to chess or already competing, the Spring Chess Program offers a rigorous and inspiring experience that develops confidence, leadership, and a lasting love for strategic thinking.

To register, use this link: https://www.cognitoforms.com/JairoMoreira/Spring2026ChessAtPDS

Lower School Homework Club 

Thursdays: April 9, 23, May 7, 14, 21, 28 (no class 4/16, 4/30)

Instructor: Jim Laughlin, PDS LS Teacher

Students enrolled in our Lower School Homework Club will have a quiet, focused hour after school in which to complete homework assignments and class projects. The instructor will provide assistance if students "get stuck" or have questions regarding their work. This structured time helps students manage their time more effectively and allows them to become more independent while completing their assignments.

3:15-4:15 p.m. | Grades 2-4 | Total Spots: 8 | 6 classes | $78

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Mini Parties

Thursdays: April 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28

Instructor: Stacy Maryland

You’re invited! Let’s celebrate the end of the day w/ a mini party! Each week we will use our silly energy to make decorations, set up a mini party, and play games.

3:00-4:30 p.m. | Grades K-2 | Total Spots: 8 | 8 classes | $225

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IMAGINATIONGURU Presents PDS Code to Build

Thursdays: April 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28

Instructor: Priti Matta

In this enrichment program, kids will learn to code by making games and different projects. This program will challenge students with projects that build creativity, computational thinking, and collaboration skills. Kids will start from the basics, so no prior experience is needed. Students can create more advanced projects depending on their previous experience. Projects in this class will be different than in the winter.

3:15-4:15 p.m. | Grades 2-4 | Total Spots: 10 | 8 classes | $360

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Arts & Crafts

Thursdays: April 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 28 (no class 5/21)

Instructor: Patricia Sanson

We will have hours of fun with everything from glue and glitter to felt and decoupage. From Faux stained glass, seasonal holiday cards, crafts and keepsakes to refrigerator masterpieces. Leave the mess at PDS and let your young artists have some fun! Projects suitable for everyone!

3:00-4:30 p.m. | Grades PK-1 | Total Spots: 8 | 7 classes | $200

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Tinkergarten

Thursdays: April 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28

Instructor: Ann Louise Ennis & Kristin Broderick

This Spring, we focus on creativity—the ability to imagine original ideas or solutions to problems and make them happen. We’ll help kids develop creative mindsets and strategies that they can use throughout their lives to invent new things, solve problems, express their ideas and feelings, and to nurture relationships. And, we’ll do it all through enriching, outdoor play!

Our lessons follow a steady progression and are organized into three units. In our Building Blocks unit, we focus on the Three B's—the three core processes that we use when we are creative. In our Creative Thinking unit, we use pretending to explore divergent thinking and discover many possible solutions to problems. In our final Creative Expression unit, we explore how we can express ideas and feelings through art, music, and movement.

Please note: all classes will be outdoors, barring extreme weather conditions

3:15-4:15 p.m. | Grades PK-1 | Total Spots: 12 | 8 classes | $170

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Ropes Course Challenge

Thursdays: April 9, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28 (no class 4/16)

Instructor: Aaron Schomburg & Tracy Young-PDS Teachers

Join us on the PDS ropes course for afternoons full of challenges on our low and high rope course elements. Whether a beginner who likes to climb trees or a child who has spent time rock climbing indoors or out, this is an opportunity to work on a collaborative team, with safety as a priority, to develop a unique set of skills in an outdoor setting.

Please Note: We are offering this session to newcomers first, those that have taken the class before please do not register, email hspillane@pds.org and you will be put on a waitlist and will be notified if a spot is available.

3:15-4:45 p.m. | Grades 3-4 | Total Spots: 8 | 7 classes | $275

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Contact Us

If you have any questions, please email Heidi Spillane or call the numbers below.

8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

  • (609) 924-6700 x 1500
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After 3:30 p.m.

  • (609) 915-0145 (Stay & Play Cell phone)
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