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All-Star AthletesSports & FitnessAll-Star Athletes is a high-energy after-school program designed to build sports skills through hands-on instruction and active play. Over six weeks, athletes will explore a variety of sports including basketball, soccer, baseball/softball, football, lacrosse, volleyball, and more while developing key areas like strength, speed, agility, endurance, and flexibility. Each session features an introduction to a new sport along with focused skill-building activities such as dynamic stretching, form running, agility drills, and bodyweight strength training tailored to that week’s sport. Note: This class is held at Frances Meeks Elementary. Transport is available to FMES students only.Community Education 2026-2027 -
WaitlistApplied MusicMusicApplied Music Students in this course will have a curriculum tailored to their individual needs and level as they study musical instrument methods, theory, aural skills, and history. Students may choose to focus on voice, piano, strings, composition and songwriting, or other band/orchestra/popular musical instruments they would like to explore or improve. (The instructor has a master's degree in music and over a decade of experience teaching and performing in multiple modalities. ) Students should provide their own instruments and bring a blank bullet journal or sketchbook to class. A questionnaire will be sent out prior to the start of lessons to help design each student's learning plan for their current goals. This class is designed to continue throughout the school year, but it will be structured in six-week sessions with a one-week break between sessions. Once placed in a class, you will remain in the class for the school year and be charged at the start of each six-week session. It is possible for students to change focus to a new instrument or modality at the start of a new six-weeks if desired.*Please note that all students are placed on a waiting list at the time of registration to allow staff to place students in an appropriate day and time. Once all spaces are filled and a true waiting list exists, registrants will be contacted as space becomes available. If demand warrants, additional classes may be added. Please call the Community Ed office if you have questions regarding placement.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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ArcherySports & FitnessWildcat Archery: Skills, Safety, and Sport In this engaging after-school activity, students will transform from beginners into confident, disciplined archers. Our curriculum focuses on the following pillars: Safety First: Master essential range protocols, including equipment handling and the universal whistle commands that keep the range running smoothly. Fundamentals: Learn the "11 Steps to Archery Success," focusing on proper stance, grip, and anchor points to ensure consistent accuracy. Skill Progression: Advance your technique as we explore varied shooting angles and challenge your precision at increasing target distances. Friendly Competition: Put your skills to the test with high-energy classroom tournaments and fun archery games designed to build sportsmanship and focus! *Middle school students (grades 6-8) can stay after school to attend this class but must be picked up promptly at the class end time. All other students must be dropped off and picked up by parents.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Babysitting & First Aid/CPR WorksYouth EnrichmentThis course teaches students to meet the basic needs of children in a care-taking environment with a focus on safety. The training will help students develop leadership skills, start a babysitting business and learn how to communicate with parents while keeping themselves and others safe. Students will also learn child feeding and diapering techniques. Students who successfully complete this course will receive a certification card. This class also incorporates a Pediatric First Aid Course that instructs students on how to deal with first aid issues to include medical emergencies, the use of an Epi-pen injector, injury emergencies, Stop the Bleed, and how to handle environmental emergencies. Also covered are adult/child and infant CPR procedures as well as how to react to a child or infant who is choking. NOTE: Students must attend all classes in order to receive certification.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Bass ClassSports & FitnessBass Class In this six-week course, your students will fish to their hearts' content. This course is designed for experienced anglers who want to have fun and fish regularly. Students will receive a basic tackle kit with their enrollment. It is strongly recommended for students who have already completed the Fishing 101 course, but with a recommendation from the instructor, new students can enroll. Note: This class is held at Frances Meeks Elementary. Transport is available to FMES students only.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Cheer with Character and ConfidenceSports & FitnessCheer with Character and Confidence In “Cheer with Character and Confidence,” K–5th grade students will learn the basics of cheerleading including chants, motions, jumps, and beginner routines while also building life skills that matter on and off the mat. Each week pairs fun cheer activities with a character focus, like teamwork, confidence, leadership, and perseverance. By the end of the six weeks, students will not only gain cheer skills but also strengthen friendships, practice encouragement, and grow in responsibility all while having fun in a positive, team-spirited environment.Community Education 2026-2027 -
Starting SoonJamie Smed (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)DanceArt & Performing ArtsThis class, taught by Marylin Daniels and Marylin Jacobs of the Marylin Youmans School of Dance of Savannah, offers an introduction to ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and lyrical dance styles with a focus on rhythm, technique, coordination, flexibility and performance skills while building students' confidence. Black leotards, black or pink tights or black shorts instead of tights, pink ballet shoes, and caramel (tan) tap shoes are recommended but not required. Offered for grades PK-5.Community Education 2026-2027 -
Starting SoonEnrichment ArtArt & Performing ArtsEnrichment Art will include 2D and 3D projects such as painting, drawing, collage, paper beads, and sculpture. Students will have fun exploring their artistic talents while learning new skills and art techniques. Projects will differ from those offered during the school art class. Transport available only to students enrolled at Frances Meeks Elementary at the Frances Meeks Elementary location.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Fishing 101Sports & FitnessFishing 101 In this six-week course, your student will explore fishing at various levels. Whether you are a beginner or an avid angler, this course is perfect for developing your skills. Fishing rods are provided, and students will get to keep their rods at the end of the course. Note: This class is held at Frances Meeks Elementary. Transport is available to FMES students only.Community Education 2026-2027
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Flag Football for GirlsSports & FitnessThis flag football course for young girls is designed to introduce and teach the fundamentals of the game in a fun and supportive environment. Through engaging activities and practice sessions, players will learn the basic rules, skills, and techniques of flag football, including passing, catching, running, and flag pulling. Emphasis will be placed on teamwork, sportsmanship, and building confidence both on and off the field. Students should wear athletic shoes, have hair tied back, and bring a water bottle.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Football Academy - Intro - AdvancedSports & FitnessFootball Academy Football Academy is a six-week, non-contact program designed to help with skill development for quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends. Athletes will learn proper technique, important football vocabulary, develop football IQ, and build confidence through focused position training, competitive drills, and fun games. It is highly recommended that athletes bring cleats, water, and wear athletic clothing. This program is open to all experience levels and is a great way for students to improve, compete, and have fun learning the game of football.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Fun with French!LanguageParlez-vous français? Come discover the French language and culture through songs and games! We learn various expressions and vocabulary related to family, foods, colors and more! Bon voyage!Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Fundamentals of BasketballSports & FitnessThis class is designed to teach kids the fundamentals of basketball. Lessons will focus on shooting form, dribbling skills, and passing. Beginners and experienced students are welcome. Students will have the opportunity to play 5 on 5 against each other. Developing a positive culture that promotes self-confidence and teamwork will be our foundation. Students will be engaged in various drills and games to help improve their basketball fundamentals. *Note: No transport provided for this class for students not enrolled in MES ASP. Students must be dropped off and picked up by parents.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Fundamentals of Weight TrainingSports & FitnessFundamentals of Weight Training This course is a beginner-level program that teaches athletes the fundamentals of safe strength training. Over six weeks, participants will learn proper form, basic lifting techniques, and how to build simple workouts using free weights, resistance bands, and bodyweight exercises. Each session includes a warm-up, guided instruction, and a weight training workout routine. Over the six weeks, students will keep track of progress and document how much stronger they have gotten during this brief period. *Middle school students (grades 6-8) can stay after school to attend this class but must be picked up promptly at the class end time.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Group PianoMusicGroup Beginner Piano is taught by former classroom teacher, Jo Hart. The small group class has every child at a keyboard learning the basics of piano with all materials provided. Students have fun while learning note spelling and basic music theory. This is a yearly course in which subsequent months build on the previous months. At the end of this year, your child will have an understanding of the basics of piano and will be ready to continue a lifetime love of piano. Sign-up now; class size is limited. *Note: Students must join at the beginning of the year to participate as each lesson builds on previous lessons.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Gymnastics and Tumbling Session 1Gymnastics & TumblingSession 1 - August 17-October 9, 2026 Classes offered Monday - Friday. There are four seven or eight-week sessions offered during the school year. Gymnastics is a sport that requires balance, strength, flexibility, agility, coordination and endurance. The skills and movements required in gymnastics contribute to the development of all muscle groups. Movement Education gives students an understanding of anatomy combined with effort and spatial awareness. The accomplishments of their goals/skills promotes self confidence in a fun learning environment. Safety is always a top priority when teaching skill progression. Gymnastics classes include instruction on the balance beam, uneven bars, floor, vault and parallel bars. Classes are for boys and girls. Tumbling classes specialize in perfecting floor skills. At least one year of gymnastics classes is required unless approved by instructor. All classes are one hour with the option to take more than once a week. Following registration, the instructor will place each student in an appropriate class based on age and ability, and confirmation of day/time of class will be sent via email to account owner.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Gymnastics and Tumbling Session 2Gymnastics & TumblingSession 2 - October 19-December 18, 2026Classes offered Monday - Friday Gymnastics is a sport that requires balance, strength, flexibility, agility, coordination and endurance. The skills and movements required in gymnastics contribute to the development of all muscle groups. Movement Education gives students an understanding of anatomy combined with effort and spatial awareness. The accomplishments of their goals/skills promotes self confidence in a fun learning environment. Safety is always a top priority when teaching skill progression. Gymnastics classes include instruction on the balance beam, uneven bars, floor, vault and parallel bars. Classes are for boys and girls. Tumbling classes specialize in perfecting floor skills. At least one year of gymnastics classes is required unless approved by instructor. All classes are one hour with the option to take more than once a week. Following registration, the instructor will place each student in an appropriate class based on age and ability, and confirmation of day/time of class will be sent via email to account owner.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Gymnastics and Tumbling Session 3Gymnastics & TumblingGymnastics registration closes January 31, 2027 for this school year. Session 3: January 5 - March 5, 2027 Classes offered Monday - Friday Gymnastics is a sport that requires balance, strength, flexibility, agility, coordination and endurance. The skills and movements required in gymnastics contribute to the development of all muscle groups. Movement Education gives students an understanding of anatomy combined with effort and spatial awareness. The accomplishments of their goals/skills promotes self confidence in a fun learning environment. Safety is always a top priority when teaching skill progression. Gymnastics classes include instruction on the balance beam, uneven bars, floor, vault, and parallel bars. Classes are for boys and girls. Tumbling classes specializes in perfecting floor skills. At least one year of gymnastics classes is required unless approved by instructor. All classes are one hour with the option to take more than once a week. Following registration, the instructor will place each student in an appropriate class based on age and ability, and confirmation of day/time of class will be sent via email to account owner.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Gymnastics and Tumbling Session 4Gymnastics & Tumbling*Note: Session 4 open only to students previously enrolled in Sessions 1, 2 or 3. Session 4: March 8 - May 7, 2027 Classes offered Monday - Friday Gymnastics is a sport that requires balance, strength, flexibility, agility, coordination and endurance. The skills and movements required in gymnastics contribute to the development of all muscle groups. Movement Education gives students an understanding of anatomy combined with effort and spatial awareness. The accomplishments of their goals/skills promotes self confidence in a fun learning environment. Safety is always a top priority when teaching skill progression. Gymnastics classes include instruction on the balance beam, uneven bars, floor, vault and parallel bars. Classes are for boys and girls. Tumbling classes specializes in perfecting floor skills. At least one year of gymnastics classes is required unless approved by instructor. All classes are one hour with the option to take more than once a week. Following registration, the instructor will place each student in appropriate class based on age and ability.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Hoop Stars Basketball AcademySports & FitnessStudents will build basketball fundamentals including dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense through fun drills, small-sided games, and 5-on-5 scrimmages. All skill levels are welcome, and each session emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence alongside skill development, giving kids a chance to grow on and off the court in a supportive, high-energy environment.Community Education 2026-2027
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Intro to SpanishLanguageIntro to Spanish (Grades 2–5) Learn Spanish through stories, games, songs, movement, and conversation using a comprehensible input approach that makes language meaningful and fun. Students will build confidence by acquiring high-frequency vocabulary and expressions through cognates, interactive stories, and engaging activities rather than memorization. Topics include greetings, colors, numbers, feelings, family, animals, food, and other everyday themes while practicing simple conversations and developing listening, speaking, and early reading skills. No prior Spanish experience is necessary.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Kids in the KitchenYouth EnrichmentKids in the Kitchen - Quick and Easy Recipes This class is devoted to the practical application of everyday ingredients and everyday kitchen items. Students will learn how to properly use kitchen items, like measuring cups and spoons, a knife, griddle and small cooktop to create a meal utilizing ingredients found in most kitchens. This four-class session focuses on proper prep and clean-up along with creating a breakfast, lunch, dinner and a snack.Community Education 2026-2027 -
Starting SoonLittle Veterinarian SchoolYouth EnrichmentLittle Veterinarian School: Dog Care Clinic (August 20- October 8) 8-week hands-on veterinary science class In Little Vet School: Dog Care Clinic, students become “little veterinarians” as they adopt a plush dog and learn how veterinarians care for canine patients. Students will explore the vet’s office, practice a nose-to-tail exam, learn dog nutrition and hydration, study dog eyes, discover working dogs, practice safe tick removal, role-play vet clinic jobs, and learn how radiology helps vets see inside a dog’s body. This session ends with a Little Vet School graduation celebration. Students may receive or take home items such as: an adopted plush dog, adoption certificate, Little Vet School journal, white coat, tape measure, dog bowl, dog bone activity, eye craft, basic command cards, tick-removal activity items, bandana dog toy, graduation diploma, and activity sheets about dog care, vet clinic roles, anatomy, and radiology. Registration note: This is one of two different 8-week Little Vet School dog sessions. Students may take this class by itself, or they may also take Little Vet School: Dog Health & Wellness for the full dog curriculum experience. No previous Little Vet School class is required. Little Veterinarian School: Dog Health & Wellness (October 15-December 10) 8-week hands-on veterinary science class In Little Vet School: Dog Health & Wellness, students become “little veterinarians” as they adopt a plush dog and explore dog body systems, behavior, health, and preventive care. Students will learn about dog digestion, body language, ears and noses, panting, breeds, grooming, vaccines, minor injuries, paw care, and veterinary careers. This session ends with a Little Vet School graduation celebration. Students may receive or take home items such as: an adopted plush dog, Little Vet School journal, white coat, syringe practice tool, grooming and dental care activities, paw care activities, veterinary bingo card, graduation diploma, and activity sheets about digestion, dog body language, breeds, preventive care, paw care, and veterinary careers. Registration note: This is one of two different 8-week Little Vet School dog sessions. Students may take this class by itself, or they may also take Little Vet School: Dog Care Clinic for the full dog curriculum experience. No previous Little Vet School class is required.Community Education 2026-2027 -
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Offensive & Defensive Lineman TrainingSports & FitnessOffensive & Defensive Lineman Training This six-week football class meets one day per week and is open to students in grades 2–5. The class focuses on teaching the basic fundamentals of offensive and defensive line play, including stance, blocking, hand placement, leverage, footwork, and safe contact techniques. Sessions are designed to be fun, age-appropriate, and instructional, with an emphasis on proper technique, confidence, and effort. This class is ideal for beginners or young players looking to build a strong foundation in the trenches.Community Education 2026-2027