2024 Winter Session - PTSA Student Activities

 

Registration for Winter Session is now closed. 

Please email studentactivities@einsteinptsa.org if you have any questions

 
Classes Start: January 8, 2024
Classes End: April 5, 2024

Registration Instructions
Registration takes place on the Einstein PTSA website only. Classes are filled on a first-come, first served basis, and payment must be received for registration to be confirmed. There will be a waitlist for each class once it is filled. 

Policies and Procedures
Please be sure to read through all of our Student Activities Policies and Procedures before registering your child.

Refund Policy
Refunds are based on when the cancellation is received. Cancellations requests received:
• On or before January 8: cancellations will receive a full refund
• On or After January 9: cancellation refunds will be issued at the discretion of the vendor at the vendor's rate
• There are no refunds for missed classes. Cancelled classes will only be made up if possible.


Chaperones

Our PTSA insurance policy states that in order to run our programs, at least one PTSA member, who is approved by the school district to volunteer, must be present in each class. Parents or guardians are asked to fulfill this requirement for a minimum of one class day per session per child. Please note that each parent may be required to chaperone more than one class, depending on enrollment. At the end of the registration process, "SignUp Genius" links will be provided to schedule chaperones for each class. Chaperones must:

- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be or become an Einstein PTSA member for the current school year.
- Be or become LWSD background-check approved (Links open in new window) 


FREE TUITION OPTIONS: 
 
A parent who is able to chaperone for all weeks of an activity (permanent chaperone) will receive FREE tuition for one child. (Some restrictions may apply.) You must contact studentactivities@einsteinptsa.org to apply. Parents who are able to share chaperone duties with one other permanent chaperone for all weeks of an activity, both of them will qualify for 50% DISCOUNTED tuition for one child (some restrictions may apply.) You must contact studentactivities@einsteinptsa.org to apply.

Please note: Preference will be given to permanent chaperones. Tuition reductions will be reimbursed at the end of the Student Activities session, upon successful completion of chaperone duties.

Class Schedule 

 

Time Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays
After School

Musical Theater  Grades 3-5

(Gym & 152)

4:00-5:30pm

*Note: 2 days per week: M/W starting 1/29*

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Adventures in STEM with Lego

Grades K-2

4:00-5:30pm

(A Wing)

Robotics​​

Grades 3-5​​

(Library)​​

4:00-5:00pm

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Soccer Skills

Grades K-5

(EIN Gym)

4:00-5:00pm

 

Musical Theater

Grades 3-5

(Gym & 152)

2:30-4:30pm

*Note: 2 days per week: M/W starting 1/29*

 

 

 

 

Chess

Grades K-5​

(EIN Gym)​

4:00-5:00pm​

 

 

 

Challenge Island

K-2 and 3-5 Sections

(EIN Gym)

4:00-5:00pm

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Python Coding

Grades 3-5​

(Library)​

4:00-5:00pm

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Hip-Hop​​

Grades K-3

(A wing)​​

4:00-5:00pm

All students are welcome. If you need special accommodations, please email: advocacy@einsteinptsa.org.

Class Descriptions

Einstein Musical Theater: Purrlie's Mission to the Milky Way!

Join us on our musical stage and enter the imaginary world of Purrlie and Whiskers, fearless Cat-Astronauts on a mission to discover if the Milky Way really is made out of milk! They build their own rocket and blast off on an interplanetary adventure where they meet the planets, dodge asteroids, and bring some new friends home with them! 

Participation in the play is a significant commitment for both student and parents. Please read through the important information and dates on the Drama Page to decide if this activity is a good fit for your family. 

Instructor:  Pat Haines- Ainsworth and Terry Alaric-Leavitt from Winking Kat Tales

Location: Einstein Gym and Music Room; Grades 3-5

Mondays 4:00-5:30 AND Wednesdays 2:30-4:30

*Additional Dates for Tech Rehearsals, Dress Rehearsals, and Performances (see Drama Page link above)*

Dates: January 29 - April 1

**No rehearsal on February 19th**

Fee: $258

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Adventures in STEM with Legos

Ratchet up your imagination with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed projects such as: Space Stations, Fire Trucks, and the Eiffel Tower. Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas.

Instructor:  Play Well TEKnologies

Location: A Wing; Grades K-2

Mondays 4-5:30pm

Dates: January 8 - April 1

**No Class on January 15 or February 19**

Fee: $239

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Robotics

  • Robotics Exploration (Grade 3-5): Embark on an adventure in robotics through hands-on activities.  Students will learn the art of designing, building, and programming robots, unveiling the magic behind these technological marvels.

Instructor:  Eastside Skill Samurai: Bailey Fornia and Chloe Courage

Location: Einstein Library; Grades 3-5

Tuesdays 4-5:00pm 

Dates: January 16 - March 26

Fee: $298

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Soccer Skills

 
Instructor: Barbara Puk

Location: Einstein Gym; Grades K-5

Tuesdays, 4-5:00pm

Dates: January 9 - April 2

Fee: $158

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Chess

Participants will learn strategies and practice game play with similar leveled peers. Instructor Tim requests that all students know piece movement prior to joining the class. 

Instructor:  Tim Campbell

Location: Einstein Gym; Grades K-5

Thursdays 4-5:00pm 

Dates: January 11 - April 4

**No Class on February 15**

Fee: $206

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Python Coding

  • Game Design with Python (Grade 3-5): Embark on a captivating journey into the world of coding using the powerful Python programming language. With the aid of Ozaria's interactive interface, students will learn how to write and execute Python code while creating engaging projects. From crafting simple games to building interactive stories, students will put their newfound skills to the test.

Each student will need to provide their own headphones. 

Instructor:  Eastside Skill Samurai: Jamie Gashler and Chloe Courage

Location: Einstein Library; Grades 3-5

Fridays 4-5:00pm 

Dates: January 12 - April 5

**No class on February 16 or March 8**

Fee: $298

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Challenge Island

If you believe that excessive use of digital devices has stifled imagination, focus, problem solving and communication skills in children. If you are looking for opportunities that motivate your kids to think and solve problems, rather than simply react to digital prompts on a screen. And if you want your kids to feel the joy of communicating with their peers by looking at each other's faces rather than speaking in emojis; and the sense of accomplishment that comes from inventing new solutions to STEAM challenges, welcome to Challenge Island (CI). 

Race Across Rain Forest Island! (K-2)

Race into an unforgettable journey through the amazing
Amazon Rainforest with Challenge Island book characters
Daniel, Joy, Kimani and DaVinci. You and your STEAM
Team will zip through the jungle’s action-packed layers,
taking on challenges inspired by the rainforest’s awesome
animal inhabitants - from the playful monkeys to the
hungry jaguars to the slithering anacondas on the dark and
creepy forest floor. This magical island is a must for all kids
who love animals and endless adventure! 

Amusement Park Island! (3-5)

Buckle your seatbelts for this thrill-filled, action-packed
island! You and a STEAM Team of friends will create
theme park rides galore at exciting destinations like Roller
Coaster Cliff, Zipline Zone, Spinning Waters, and the world
famous Rocket Heights. Amusement Park Island© promises
to be the hottest ticket in town!

Location: Einstein Gym; Grades K-2 and 3-5 (sections divided by grade)

Fridays 4-5:00pm 

Dates: January 12 - April 5

**No class on February 16 or March 8**

Fee: $283

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Hip Hop Dance

 
Hip Hop dance uplifts, unites, and empowers children. Musicality, rhythm, and creative movement are key components of this fun, urban/street-style dance class that teaches boys and girls alike to step, stomp, and shake it out.
 
Instructor: DuKane Studios: Natalie DuKane

Location: Einstein A-Wing, Grades K-3

Fridays 4-5:00pm 

Dates: January 12 - April 5

**No class on February 16 or March 8**

Fee: $248.62

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