Summer Enrichment Opportunities

Enrichment courses are available to students on a first come, first served basis. If you are interested in signing up your child for an enrichment course, please contact the middle school office at 518-654-9005. All courses will run Monday - Friday from 8:30am - noon.

Students will have the opportunity to design and create hands on projects while incorporating Science, Technology, ELA, Art and Math skills. Students will learn the importance of collaboration, critical thinking and creativity through working with other students on projects.

Teacher: Mrs. Dunbar

Dive into creativity with this hands-on art lesson where students will craft their own unique fish sculptures from various materials like newspaper, plaster, and found objects. They will have the opportunity to design their sculptures and apply various painting techniques.

Teacher Mr. Waring

Students will spend the week creating art that originates from the Spanish speaking world. Students will make piñatas, decor and other crafts to take home.

Teacher: Ms. Lemelin

Unleash your creativity this summer with a fun and hands-on introduction to the vibrant world of painting! Students will explore a variety of techniques using acrylics, watercolor, and mixed media, while building essential skills like color mixing, brush control, and composition.

Teacher: Mr. Waring

Students will learn to cook a variety of dishes originating from Spanish speaking countries. They will also learn some vocabulary to talk about food in Spanish.

Teacher: Ms. Lemelin

Students will dive into the French world. In this course, you will learn how to say basic greetings and other introductory vocabulary. You will also learn some traditional French games, cook some French food, and listen to all types of French music. Come learn about a new language and many new cultures!

Teacher: Mr. Petteys

As an extension of our agriculture club, students will be given the opportunity to harvest the vegetables and herbs from the garden and use these to make nutritious meals in a fun and exciting course. By engaging in hands-on activities like planting, nurturing, and harvesting, students will not only learn about sustainable food production but also develop practical skills in culinary arts. This immersive experience will foster a deeper appreciation for where food comes from and empower students to make healthier food choices. Through this course, we aim to inspire a lifelong passion for gardening, cooking, and wholesome living among our students.

Teachers: Mr. Waring and Mrs. Butler