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Early Release
After School
Policies
Online Registration Opens July 30, 8:30am
Catalina Foothills School District’s commitment to 21st Century Learning continues after school with Community Schools’ elementary programs. Afterschool enrichment opportunities include special activities and classes for students on early release days. Afterschool classes and camps extend into the later afternoon hours to broaden lifelong learning options for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. Special programs through Community Schools serve as avenues for learning new skills and experiencing meaningful activities during school vacations and weekends.
Early Release Tuesdays. 1:30-3:00pm
Adventures in STEM with Lego K-5 $212
Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed projects and use special pieces to create your own unique designs! Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that both new and returning students can explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system.
Chess Class ends at 2:35pm K-5 $212
No prior experience is needed. Chess has been proven to enhance academic achievement and is a skill that will last a lifetime. Instructor, Ken Larsen, is a competitive chess player and instructor.
Crayola Artist Passport K-3 $300
Pack your creativity and join us on an artistic adventure! Travel the globe as we explore different cultures through fun and colorful art projects. Each stop on our journey will unlock new artistic techniques and vibrant cultural traditions. Let's create our way around the world through art!
Crazy Critters K-5 $160
Get up close with and learn all about a new group of animals this quarter when Tucson Petting Zoo brings tortoises, rabbits, birds, bugs, oh my! Take part in crafts and activities related to learning about these fascinating creatures!
Jewelry Making with Ms. Nona 2-5 $152 Delayed start - begins August 20
Join us as we work on unleashing your creativity and crafting unique pieces each day by exploring the art of jewelry making. Throughout the camp, we will be creating beautiful accessories such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, and hair accessories.
Rockin' Rockets 2-5 $251
3-2-1, LIFT OFF! Experience the excitement of model rocketry with Mr. Bob of Why Things fly. In this program, students will build multiple types of rockets including the classic “Estes Rocket” which uses real accelerant engines. These rockets soar over 500 feet in the air and can be launched multiple times. An educational and fun experience all in one awesome program!
TGA Golf K-2 and 3-5 $263
Tee it up this fall with Teach, Grow, Achieve (TGA), a national after-school sports enrichment program. TGA's five- level program brings the golf course to you. Have fun learning the techniques of golf! Great for beginners as well as experienced golfers.
TGA Tennis K-5 $263
Serve it up and discover how fun and exciting tennis can be with TGA! Coaches lead students through station-based drills and games that develop the fundamental skills of grip, forehand, backhand, volley and serve.
After School Classes 3:00 - 4:30 unless noted
MONDAY
Inside Out Theatre with Ms. Devon 2-5 $152
Join us for a theater class that focuses on both stage crew and acting roles. Students will engage in various behind-the-scenes task such as sound effects, prop creation and set design. They will learn all areas of the stage and at the end of the quarter will present : Kid Frankenstein Performance TBA
TGA Pickleball 1-3 $263
Pickleball is taking the nation by storm! Fun, easy to learn and easy to play, Pickleball is the perfect sport to try. Students will develop the fundamentals of Pickleball, practice stroke technique, and learn the rules & etiquette of the game. Plus, there will be fun games and contests throughout the session. We provide all the equipment, so you are not required to bring anything, but a water bottle!
Young Rembrandts K-5 $240
Young Rembrandts uses an innovative step-by-step method to teach students basic to advanced drawing skills, coloring techniques, and art vocabulary. We believe that drawing is the bedrock skill required for future artistic success and that all children can and should learn to draw. You’ll see increased art abilities, learning skills, self-confidence, and self-esteem as your child brings home a new masterpiece after each and every class.
WEDNESDAY
Cooking with Ms. Jean 3-5 $169
Expand your culinary skills in a fun and interactive way as we cook everyone's favorite meals. Learn how to prepare a tantalizing array of delicious dishes that are sure to please your taste buds. Learn step-by-step instructions on how to whip up these delectable dishes. Students learn various cooking techniques and gain a deep understanding of the ingredients and flavors!
Dance/Gym ombo with Webby Dance K-5 $236
In this combo class, students will learn the fundamentals of both dance & gymnastics as you work on strengthening exercises, choreograhy and dance combinations. You will build a foundation in jazz, hip hop and ballet and also learn the proper techniques of tumbling, floor routines and obstacle courses.
TGA Volleyball 2-5 $296
Serve it up with volleyball class and discover how fun and exciting volleyball can be with TGA! Coaches lead students through station-based drills and games that develop the fundamental skills of passing, setting, serving, spiking, and blocking.
THURSDAY
Buddy Ball Tennis K-2 $328
Buddy the Ball Tennis Club brings an engaging and entertaining approach to tennis, with Buddy as our mascot and the main character in our books, we spark the imagination in kiddos. Our athletes feel achievement as they progress and learn. Buddy's Tennis Class builds confidence, and creates a feeling of belonging to a team. Our coaches are Role models, and our curriculum is proven to progress kids to the level needed to compete in junior tennis! MOST importantly, the kids have a blast in Buddy’s Tennis Class.
Capoeira 1-5 $212
Learn the flowing, beautiful Afro-Brazilian Martial Art Capoeira with Capoeira Mandinga Tucson. Students will learn kicks, escapes, and fluid moves that build mind and body strength, flexibility, and agility. Students also learn music that drives the energy of the Capoeira game. Capoeira increases balance, creativity, and confidence. Teachers Anne Pollack and Aidan Miller-Wells were honored with a 2019 Southwest Folklife Alliance Award. Aidan has trained in Capoeira over 12 years. Anne is the only Master of Capoeira and Afro-Brazilian Arts in the State of Arizona.
Cooking with Ms. Jean K-2 $169
Expand your culinary skills in a fun and interactive way as we cook everyone's favorite meals. Learn how to prepare a tantalizing array of delicious dishes that are sure to please your taste buds. Learn step-by-step instructions on how to whip up these delectable dishes. Students learn various cooking techniques and gain a deep understanding of the ingredients and flavors!
Tiny Tech Engineers 3-5 $308
Introducing Tiny Tech Engines presented by Works by Watson. This quarter students will get hands-on engine tech experience. S.T.E.M engine kits will be built to understand how engines run and work. This will be a great class for students looking for a hands on building and learning experience.
FRIDAY
My Gym K-5 $212
My Gym Tucson is designed to promote health and fitness as a lifelong habit in a positive, nurturing environment. Each week, students will participate in activities that include; Fitness Challenges, Games, Relays, Manipulative Skills, & MORE! My Gym Kids have fun as they exercise and gain strength, balance, coordination, agility, flexibility and social skills. The most important benefit we offer, however, is the building of confidence and self-esteem!
TGA Cheer K-5 $296
Discover how fun and exciting cheerleading can be! Coaches will lead students through drill and activities to build their skills in tumbling, stunting, choreography, motions, jumps and performance. Students will also partake in labs to explore concepts like gravity, balance and aerodynamics in cheerleading.
Soccer Shots K-5 $257
Soccer Shots is an engaging soccer program that focuses on character development, fundamentals of the game and scrimmaging/getting to apply their skills In a game like environment.
COMMUNITY SCHOOLS POLICIES
NSF checks: A $25 bank processing fee will be assesed for any returned checks.
Elementary Policies
Late Registration Fee Policy: There will be a $15 late registration fee for any registration received after the registration deadline.
- If you register the day that classes start, your student will not be able to attend class until the following week.
- If you register the week that classes begin, contact your Community Schools Program Coordinator at your school to confirm your registration.
Wait Lists: If a class you wanted to register for is FULL, please make sure you add the “Waitlist” class to your cart to ensure you are contacted if a spot becomes available. All waiting list requests are dated, time-stamped, and entered accordingly.
Refund Refunds/Changes:
When dropping out of activities after the first class, you will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be given after the 2nd day of class. There will be a $10 change fee for any class changes. No refunds if we remove your student from a class.
Procedure for Removing a Child from the Program: Our Community Schools philosophy is to provide children with safe, optimum learning opportunities. Our expectations for behavior are based on appropriate developmental levels and, when necessary, may culminate in removal of a student from a program.
DISCIPLINE POLICY: Community Schools adheres to the CFSD Student Discipline Matrix. Community Schools reserves the right to exclude a student from a Community Schools activity if it is established that the student has violated any provision outlined in the student discipline policies, rules, and/or regulations. Additionally, Community Schools staff may exercise discretion in removing a student if such action is deemed to be in the best interest of the activity or the school as a whole.
Sign-Out Policy: To ensure the safety of the children in our program, it is mandatory that children be picked up in their classrooms and signed out by a parent following Community Schools classes. Exceptions: Children returning to CARE or going to another Community Schools class. A late pick-up fee of $2.00 per minute will be assessed for any student who is not picked up within five minutes after the end of their class.
Fees for Classes, Athletics, Outdoor Adventures and Field Trips
All fees are due at the time of enrollment, prior to the start of the program. Contact Community Schools for information on payment plans or fee reductions. Fee reductions may be available based on combined family income.