The After School Programs are filled with exciting and educational activities for your children. Programs run Monday throughThursday and are either offered from 12 noon - 1:15 p.m. or 2:10 p.m. - 3 p.m. The ECC also offers an Early Morning Childcare Program daily from 7:45 a.m. - 9 a.m.
The following is a list of the 2008-2009 Enrichment Classes:
New - Fall 2008 Enrichment
A Trip to Israel - Children will discover many facets about Israeli culture and life. They will travel through cities, seas, deserts, Masada, and more!
Expressions through Music - This is a wonderful high energy class that allows children to explore and express themselves through listening, moving, playing instruments, painting and having fun!
Onging Enrichment Classes
Animali - Your child is enchanted each week as they are introduced to a new live animal! Children learn about the animal of the week, including where it live and its special characteristics. Children have the opportunity to meet and touch the animals.
Basketball (N1/N2 or N3 only) - Come learn the fundamental skills of basketball such as: dribbling, passing, shooting, defense and offense. It is a great way to develop coordination and learn about teamwork.
Beginning Piano - Join the adventures of Beethoven Bear and Mozart Mouse into the wonderful world of music and keyboard. Each child has their own keyboard during class. Children experience the basic dynamics of piano techniques, pitch matching, rhythm, and music appreciation.
Creative Movement - This class introduces Classical Ballet technique in a fun and refreshing format designed especially for young children. The use of a variety of props and music to make the dance adventures come to life!
Dance! - Children explore a variety of exciting dance styles. They develop rhythm, coordination, grace, and self-esteem. A variety of props and music are used to make dance adventures come to life!
Gardening - What can be more rewarding than planting a seed and watching it grow? Children get down and dirty as they explore different kinds of soil and have fun planting a variety of seeds.
Inspired By ... - Splatter and drip like Jackson Pollock. Use lines and color like Mondrian. Take a photograph just like Ansel Adams! Children begin to analyze and appreciate the unique style of well-known artists.
Introduction to Tot Gourmet - Little chefs taste, smell, count, measure, follow directions, and mix to their heart's content. They delight in preparing and eating delicious, healthy foods.
Karate - This class teaches children martial arts in safe environment. They learn kicks, punches, and blocks through games and self discipline. There is a standard reflecting belt requirements.
Let's Speak Hebrew! - In this beginning Hebrew class the children learn conversational language, including numbers, colors, commands, greetings, and body parts. This class is taught through games, songs, and stories.
Let's Speak Spanish! - Learn conversational Spanish including numbers, colors, commands, greetings and body parts. This class is taught through games, songs, and stories.
Little Superstars - Join the fun as children creatively explore acting out a story adapted from a children's book. This is a great way to develop their imagination and build self-confidence.
Mazes & Relays - Does your child have extra energy to exert at the end of the day? This enrichment class focuses on problem solving skills and gross mucle development by allowing children to challenge their minds and bodies with obstacle courses, relays, games, and more outdoor fun!
Piano Prep - Children are introduced to instruments, creative movement, singing, listening, and rhythm.
Percussion Party! - Children enjoy a multicultural, hands-on learning experience! During this wonderful exploration of music the children are given many opportunities to see, hear, and experience how different sounds and rhythms are created with exotice drums and various percussion instruments.
Science - In this program, children’s curiosity is fueled by the marvels of magnetism, the effects of gravity, and the wonders of light and color.
Sculpture - Children explore their creativity in a class that introduces them to the art of pottery making. Children focus on a new theme bi-weekly. The skills gradually increase in difficulty.
Sports-'n-Fitness - Children have TONS OF FUN learning the fundamentals of sport. They participate in a variety of non-competitive games and learn about teamwork.
Tennis - Learn the fundamentals of this popular game using big balls and wide raquets. The instructors are experts in sports and games for young learners and bring a variety of skills to this exciting and healthy new class.
Tot Gourmet - Our chefs chop, mash, roll, knead, and mix, as they prepare and eat delicious, healthy foods. With every scrumptious cooking activity, they learn to measure, count, and follow directions.
Yoga - Joining Yoga Booty Body is a mental and physical experience for your child. Stretching, breathing, pretending, and having fun are all part of this yoga experience.
Young Authors - Developing a love of literature is key to helping children become strong readers. Children have the opportunity to share their storytelling skills by creating and illustrating their own books.
Young Gymnast - The new portable gym provides children with abundant physical activity. They enjoy rhythmic movement such as running, dancing, skipping, bouncing, and hopping all while developing their coordination and learning new skills.