Grades: K-5

Have you ever wondered how to make princess castle cakes or Angry Birds cookies? If so, this class is just for you! In this class you will not only learn how to bake all sorts of yummy treats, but how to decorate them as well. Students will begin their culinary journey by learning to use piping tools on wax paper, building up to decorating cookies, and finishing with a fully decorated cake that they can take home and enjoy with their families. So, if you’re interested in making those princess castle cakes or Angry Birds cookies, sign up! 

Fee:  $195

Payment Info:  Please bring a check payable to 'Kelli Rutherford' to the first class.

Class Contact: Kelli Rutherford, kelli.rutherford@apsva.us

Winter Dates:  8 classes total, January 9th to March 13th; NO classes on January 16th & February 20th

Grades 1-5

Do your children think they have all the answers? “Thinking Outside the Box” is just the right thing for them! This class gives children an opportunity to think on their feet and spend time in a wonderfully stimulating and creative environment. Using games and all sorts of hands-on activities , they tackle challenging problems, lead group brainstorm sessions, gather information from teammates, practice consensus/conflict resolution and problem solving, and lead their peers to final decisions. This class helps develop creativity and critical thinking, as well as team building, leadership, problem solving, conflict resolution, trust and perseverance skills. Most importantly, they will have fun while learning crucial concepts and skills for our new digital, increasingly complex and challenging world! For more information, please go to http://enrichmentmatters.org/provider/?provider-domain=em-totb.

Fee:  $160

Payment Info:  Please bring a check payable to 'Paula Cohen' to the first class or mail it to 2949 N. Lexington St., Arlington, VA 22207.

Class Contact:  Paula Cohen, 703-963-6840 or pauladcohen@me.com

Winter Dates:  8 classes total, January 9th to March 20th; NO classes on January 16th, February 20th, and March 13th

Grades: 3-5

This after school art enrichment experience will provide students with the opportunity to further explore their artistic talents.  We will focus specifically on the artistic style that has come to be known as Upcycled Art. Utilizing recycled materials such as cardboard, newspaper, magazines and plastic bottles students will create new one of a kind sculptures, collages and 2D works of art.  *Some materials will be provided to students, but students are encouraged to provide any recycled materials they would like to reimagine and utilize in their artwork.

Fee:  $110

Payment Info:  Please bring a check payable to 'Gabrielle Frohock' to the first class. 

Class Contact: Gabrielle Frohock, gabrielle.frohock@apsva.us

Winter Dates:  8 classes total, January 9th to March 13th; NO classes on January 16th & February 20th

Grades K-1

Students K-1 will explore the season of winter and the holidays within through fun and interactive S.T.E.A.M. activities.  We will build igloos out of marshmallows, make snow storms in a jar, design parachutes for leprechauns and much more!  Students will learn about science, technology, engineering, art and math and will have a “wintery” blast while doing so!

Fee:  $150

Payment Info:  Please bring a check payable to ‘Mary Delmare’ to the first class. 

Class Contact: Mary Delmare, mary.delmare@apsva.us

Winter Dates:  8 classes total, January 9^th to March 13^th; NO classes on January 16^th & February 20^th

Grades: K-2

Join Glebe Art Teachers Mrs. Lewis and Mrs. Westergren in bringing your stories, real or imagined, to life!  We will create drawings and paintings depicting our wildest adventures.  We will create our own picture books and a picture book made by the whole group.  Come in from the cold and warm yourself up with these magical tales.

Fee:  $150

Payment Info:  Please bring a check payable to 'Lynn Westergren' to the first class.

Class Contacts: Lynn Westergren, Lynn.Westergren@apsva.us; Stacey Lewis, Stacey.Lewis@apsva.us

Winter Dates:  8 classes total, January 9th to March 13th; NO classes on January 16th & February 20th

Grades: 4-5

Join Glebe’s own Music Department Volunteer Evan Pollack known to the kids as “Mr.P.” for the perfect solution to making music practice regular and fun for your child! This is a music practice club closely tied to the Glebe music program that will help band and orchestra kids become more familiar with their instruments and also help them learn what they can do and achieve when they put their minds into it. This is a supplemental program based on music and games offered to 4th and 5th graders who are in band (brass, woodwinds, and percussion) and orchestra (string instruments).It will take what they are doing with the band director, emphasize the lessons, provide practice time, and make practice fun! There will be at least two performances — one for the school and one for the parents. Evan Pollack has been teaching music in Northern VA for twenty-seven years and has been at Glebe for the past ten.  

Fee:  $75

Payment Info:  Please bring a check payable to ‘Evan Pollack’ to the first class

Class Contact:  Evan Pollack, epollack@erols.com

Winter Dates:  8 classes total, January 10^th to February 28^th

Grades K-2

Travel around the world visiting one country each week.  Children will enjoy fiction and nonfiction books to learn about different countries.  They will taste different foods, play games, and make crafts.  Pack your bags and let's go!

Fee:  $125

Payment Info:  Please bring a check payable to ‘Jennifer Sebastian’ to the first class

Class Contact:  Jennifer Sebastian, Jennifer.sebastian@apsva.us

Winter Dates:  8 classes total, January 10^th to February 28^th

Grades: K-2

Get ready for an awesome time as Mr. Herninko rolls out some of the best “small space” physical education games and activities (for the classroom, hallways, etc.) to engage young minds and bodies. Please come ready to move, listen and have fun

Fee:  $110

Payment Info:  Please bring a check payable for to ‘Wayne Herninko’ to the first class. 

Class Contact:  Wayne Herninko, wayne.herninko@apsva.us

Winter Dates:  8 classes total, January 10^th to February 28^th

Grades: 2-5 

The American Sign Language (ASL) Club is for students to learn about the deaf culture and how to communicate in American Sign Language. Some of the lessons will include: alphabet, numbers, days of the week, common phrases/sayings, food, animals, and many more! During the club, we will be able to practice using the various signs through games and group activities.

Fee:  $110

Payment Info:  Please bring a check payable to ‘Christine Frantz’ to the first class.

Class Contacts:  Christine Frantz, christine.frantz@apsva.us

Winter Dates:  8 classes total, January 10^th to February 28^th

Grades: K-5

This popular class is a disciplined introduction to the sport by Kaizen Karate.  Your child will learn the beautiful art of karate while gaining safety and defensive skills in a respectful environment.  The class will also emphasize the basic karate principles of focus, patience and self-discipline.  Additionally, students must have sparring gear to attend this class.  Basic sparring concepts will be taught during class time in a safe manner.  Returning students will continue to work toward new belts.  Parents should view the student handbook on the Kaizen Karate website for specific belt requirements for each level.  This class will be 90 minutes in length and students must be a yellow belt or higher.  (Instruction provided by Kaizen Karate)

Fee:  $165

Payment Information: Please register first with Glebe. Then register and pay online with Kaizen Karate (link will be provided after registration). 

Class Contact: Danielle, Business Manager, Kaizen Karate; 301-938-2711; kaizenkarateusa@gmail.com

Winter Dates:  8 classes total, January 10^th to February 28^th