We have an outstanding lineup for after school activities. Please sign up ASAP because some of the programs have low enrollment and danger of cancellation, which would be a disappointment for the children looking forward to the programs.
If your child is interested in chess, basketball, yoga, cooking, art, programming, or acting - see below for more information. None of these programs require any experience with the activity (just a willingness to try!) and kids are dismissed directly to the program from their classroom after school. Just make sure you send a note to the teacher so your child gets sent to the class! Some of these programs offer financial support- so if that's a need please reach out to our coordinator Karolina DuBois (karolina3@gmail.com).
🏀 Basketball or 🧑🍳Cooking Mondays
♟️ Chess Tuesdays
🧘 Yoga or 🎭 Play Wednesdays
🎨 Art Thursdays
🧑💻Tech Fridays
🏃Girls on the Run Mondays and Thursdays
Basketball - Mondays starting September 14 for K-5
Our program is designed to provide a fun, inclusive, and developmental basketball experience where athletes build skills, confidence, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a positive environment. Whether your child is new to basketball or has previous experience, our coaches are committed to helping every athlete learn, improve, and have fun. There will be 10 weekly practices and 3 games against neighboring schools (dates TBD). Throughout the season, athletes will develop fundamental basketball skills through engaging practices before putting those skills into action during game days. Our emphasis is on learning, effort, teamwork, and creating a positive experience for every player.
- Experienced and encouraging coaches
- No tryouts – all skill levels are welcome
- Official Spirit League jersey included for new athletes
- Scholarships available for families in need
Sign up: https://registration.amazingathletes.com/events/spotlight/clemens-crossing-es-spritleage-basketball
Silver Knights Chess Club - Tuesdays starting Sept 29 for Grades K-5
Learn chess with Silver Knights Chess Academy! We’ve taught 100,000 children to play including state & national champions, but most students are beginners looking to learn a new skill and have FUN. Class time is divided between lessons and practice games. Lessons range from the basic rules to advanced tournament strategies.
Students will have the opportunity to play in tournaments (in-person and online) outside of club time. This in-person club includes free online extras including weekly practice tournaments, a Chesskid Gold membership ($49 value!), and an event with a chess celebrity. All chess supplies provided. All skill levels are welcome. For more information please visit chessacademy.com.
Registration Here: https://chessacademy.com/products/clemens-crossing-chess-club
iCook: Sugar and Spice - Mondays starting Sept 28 for K-5
In our Sugar and Spice culinary theme, kids will enjoy the best of both worlds—creating one sweet and one savory recipe each class! Young chefs will make delicious bites while building kitchen skills and confidence. Students will discover how wholesome ingredients like avocado, sweet potato, pumpkin, and fresh fruit can transform everyday recipes into colorful, nutritious creations. Learners will develop a variety of hands-on techniques including layering, folding, and glazing. Young Chefs will create recipes like Pumpkin Cream Trifle, Chocolate Orange Tart, and Triple Berry Pancake Muffins. Each week, themed lessons like "From Garden to Oven," "Veggie Transformations," and "Naturally Sweet Layers" guide students to think critically about where food comes from and how simple, seasonal ingredients can be both delicious and nourishing. Young chefs will also explore the science of flavor by learning how spices like cinnamon, citrus zest, and warm seasonal blends can enhance both sweet and savory dishes. Along the way, students build real skills, like measuring, mixing, and plating their own creation! By the end of the program, every student will have the skills, knowledge, and creativity to bring a little Sugar and Spice into their own kitchen at home!
Registration link: https://www.icookafterschool.com/events/clemens-crossing-columbia-md-monday-2
Fall School Play (The Lion King Jr)-Wednesdays starting Sept 23 - initial sign ups for Grades 3, 4, 5
Columbia Center for Theatrical Arts presents The Lion King Jr! Students learn the fundamentals of musical theater including choreography, character development, and stage direction. This program meets for after-school classes and culminates with a pizza cast party and an evening performance for family and friends on the final day of the class with a full stage production complete with theatrical sets, costumes, and sound!
Sign up here: https://cctarts.shop/programs/elementary-after-school/
KidzArt - Thursdays starting Sept 24 for K-5
KidzArt is a FUN, art-enrichment program designed to enhance drawing skills and build each child’s confidence. By using our simple drawing method and specialized format, students will learn to focus, relax and think creatively. Our Certified Instructors help students create original works of art, take risks and think outside of the box. Within each session, students will explore a variety of artist grade materials, such as oil and chalk pastels, watercolor, charcoal, clay, copper, textured papers and much more. Younger children practice following directions and using fine motor skills. Older children love having the creative freedom and guidance to further their skills. KidzArtists will bring home a new masterpiece each week with kid-tested and educationally rich curriculum that NEVER REPEAT!
Sign up: https://www.kidzart.com/franchise/centralmd/
AFTER-SCHOOL KIDS YOGA! - Wednesdays starting Oct 7 for Grades 3-5
Move • Play • Laugh • Breathe! 🧘♀️✨
Give your child something fun to look forward to after school!
Each 60-minute class is packed with creative movement, silly challenges, imaginative games, and kid-friendly yoga that keep kids moving, laughing, and engaged from start to finish. No yoga experience is needed!
Along the way, kids will build confidence, discover simple ways to manage big emotions, improve focus, and calm their minds and bodies.
🧘 Bring a yoga mat if you have one.
Come ready for an after-school adventure!
👉 SIGN UP TODAY!
https://www.kathleencorley-yoga.com/classes
Girls on the Run - Mondays & Thursdays starting September 14 for Girls in grades 3-5
Girls on the Run inspires girls of all abilities to recognize their individual strengths, while building a sense of connection in a team setting. Volunteer coaches facilitate lessons that blend physical activity with life skill development to enable girls to adapt to whatever comes their way. At the end of the season, the team completes a 5K together, which provides a tangible sense of accomplishment and sets a confident mindset into motion.
Register here by finding the Clemens Crossing team: https://www.gotrcentralmd.org
TechKidz - Fridays for Grades 4-5
Details TBD
