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Registration for spring courses is 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: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, June 2 (no class 5/26)

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 | 8 classes | $96

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Mini Parties

Mondays: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19

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 PreK-1 | Total Spots: 8 | 7 classes | $190

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Pins & Needles 

Mondays: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12

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 1-2 | Total spots: 8 | 6 classes | $175

 

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IMAGINATIONGURU Presents 3D Printing

Mondays: April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19

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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Lower School Homework Club 

Tuesdays: April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3

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 | 10 classes | $120

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Arts & Crafts

Tuesdays: April  8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20

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 | $195

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Spring Food and Garden Club

Tuesdays: April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 27

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 | 8 classes | $155

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Cookie Decorating

Tuesdays: April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 27

Instructor: Stacy Maryland

More cookie art! Even if you’ve taken this class before there’s more to learn. We will again be mixing, cutting, and baking sugar cookies, but we will be doing new designs like flower cookie bouquets, T.S. friendship bracelets, and more and trying new fondant, pastry bags, and airbrushing techniques.

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

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IMAGINATIONGURU Presents PDS Code to Build

Tuesdays: April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 27

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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Lower School Homework Club 

Wednesdays: April 2,  9, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4 (no 4/16)

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 | $108

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LEGO Your Imagination

Wednesdays: April 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21

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 | 7 classes | $185

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IMAGINATIONGURU Presents Little Scientists

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

Instructor: Priti Matta

Kids will be introduced to different areas of science in each class. They will learn the basic principles and do fun and safe hands-on experiments. This program fulfills today's need for STEM education for young minds. They enjoy experimenting and exploring cool topics every day like making volcanoes, building bridges, circuits etc. All experiments are safe and age appropriate. Each session kids work on different projects, all materials included.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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Crazy Cupcakes

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

Instructor: Stacy Maryland

Let’s take cupcakes to the next level. Not just cupcakes with frosting, but cupcakes decorated with your favorite things like chicken nuggets, Starbucks, and pizza! Let’s get creative!

3:00-4:30 | Grades 2-4 | Total spots: 8 | 8 classes | $220

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Chess (PreK-4)

Wednesday: April 2nd -June 4th from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.

YOU MUST REGISTER USING THE LINK BELOW.

Give your child an intellectual edge with our elite after-school chess program, designed for curious minds and future leaders. Open to players of all levels, our sessions offer a dynamic blend of strategic thinking, problem-solving, and competitive play, all in a supportive and engaging environment.

Guided by top-tier instructors, students will refine their analytical skills, enhance focus, and develop the mental agility that serves them in academics—and beyond. Whether your child is a beginner looking to build confidence or a seasoned player ready to compete in high-caliber tournaments, our program provides the perfect balance of challenge and camaraderie.

To register, use this link: https://www.cognitoforms.com/JairoMoreira/Spring2025ChessAtPDS

Lower School Homework Club 

Thursdays: April 3, 10, 24, May 8, 15, 22 (no class 4/17, 5/1, 5/29)

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 | $72

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IMAGINATIONGURU Presents Intro to Coding & Robotics

Thursdays: April 10, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (no class 4/17)

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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Tinkergarten

Thursdays: April 10, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (no class 4/17)

Instructor: Ann Louise Ennis & Naomi Kelly

This Spring, we focus on creativity—the ability to imagine original ideas or solutions to problems and make them happen. We’ll help children 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.

3:15-4:15 p.m. | Grades PK-1 | Total Spots: 12 | 7 classes | $155

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Asana Alphabet Yoga: K-2

Thursdays: April 24, May 1, 8,  22, 29, June 5 (no class 5/15)

Instructor: Ann Robideaux, PDS Dance/Choreography and Yoga teacher

Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon of yoga coupled with relaxation and mindfulness. This spring we'll delve into Circus themes, Partnering and the Great Outdoors (when nice out). 

Please wear comfortable clothing (shorts under skirts/dresses please) and socks. 

3:20-4:20 p.m. | Grades K-2 | Total spots: 8 | 6 classes | $115

 

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Plein Air Sketching and Painting

Thursdays: April 10, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22 (no class 4/17)

Instructor: Patricia Sanson

En plein air simply means to paint outdoors. We will enjoy the fresh air weekly and study our beautiful campus. Children will express their own artistic vision through watercolors and ink. We will see our paintings change as the season changes. We will paint buildings, gardens, and leaves, whatever we discover each week that inspires us. Different light, shadows and the spring foliage will illustrate the changes to our paintings throughout the session. Each child will have their own set of paints, brushes, sketch book and pen which they will keep throughout the class and take home when the session is finished. Dress appropriately for outdoor classes.

3:00-4:30 p.m. | Grades 2-4 | Total Spots: 8 | 6 classes | $180

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Ropes Course Challenge

Thursdays: April 10, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (no class 4/17)

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.

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 am - 3:30 pm

  • (609) 924-6700 x 1500
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After 3:30 pm

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