Beyond the Bell: Growing Beyond the Classroom
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Beyond the Bell: Growing Beyond the Classroom
By Meghna Bhatia, Beyond the Bell Program Coordinator
The school day ends before a child's curiosity does. After-school programs offer a valuable extension to our traditional school day, providing students with opportunities for enrichment, socialization, skill development, and an outlet to fuel that curiosity. The Beyond the Bell (BTB) After School Program started in Fall 2022 with seven after-school classes, eight teachers, and 65 enrolled students. Two years later, the program averages about 12 to 14 classes per session, 11 to 12 teachers per session, and 120 to 145 students per session.
The BTB program provides a safe and supportive environment where our students can socialize with peers, develop important life skills, and build confidence. By offering a variety of stimulating classes such as art, sports, movie making, Minecraft, and baking to name a few, BTB empowers students to reach their full potential and make the most of their time after school. Here's what some students are saying about the Beyond the Bell Program:
"I like the baking class I am taking right now because it’s fun to make food and try foods you have never made before." - Third Grade Student
I really enjoy going to after care. I can get my homework done and play fun games or work on a craft project." - Fourth Grade Student
"I LOVE Minecraft. Mr. Pikula is so funny. I get to make my own world." - Kindergarten Student
"Coach Peters is so cool. We learned how to pass [playing football], but my favorite [game] is Sharks & Minnows." - Third Grade Student
"Digital Art class is pretty cool. We get to draw and move our drawings around in the iPad [Procreate] so you get to see what else your drawing can become." - Seventh Grade Student
BTB Session 3 class information is now available on Popsicle. We are excited to announce a whole new set of classes coming your way!
Summer 2024 was a success, and Summer 2025 is shaping up to be unforgettable! We're hard at work planning a fantastic summer camp filled with engaging enrichment programs. Our talented faculty will guide your child through exciting activities and inspire a lifelong love of learning. More information will be available in early 2025!