After-School Classes

After-School Classes by Grade Level

Classes for 1st Graders

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Art-Rageous

For girls in grades K-1
Date/Time: Mondays, August 31-November 16 (no class 9/7 or 10/5) from 3:15-4:15 PM
Instructor: Martha Berge (lower school art teacher)
Cost: $260
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Explore all the basics of drawing, painting, sculpting, and experimenting with different artistic processes. Let's be creative and have some fun!
Basketball Clinic

For girls in grades K-2 and 3-4
Date/Time: Saturday, September 19, from 9:00 AM to noon
Instructor: Coach Jones
Cost: $85
Bee Notes Choir

For Hutchison girls in grades K-1
Dates/Time: Thursdays, September 3-November 19 (no class 10/8, 11/05, or 11/26) from 3:15-4:00 PM
Rehearsal: December 2 from 2:15-3:15 PM
Performance: December 3
Instructor: Heather Short (EC and LS music teacher)
Cost: $235
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Learn vocal techniques for performances. This class gives students a strong foundation for the proper use of their vocal talent and the basics of choral singing.

*Bee Notes will perform at the Hutchison Choral Concert on December 3 at 6:00 pm. Rehearsal will be on Wednesday, December 2.
Bee Notes Choir

For girls in grades K-1
Date/Time: Thursdays, September 3-November 19 (no class 10/8, 11/05, or 11/26) from 3:15-4:00 PM
Concert Rehearsal: December 2 from 2:15-3:15 PM
Performance: December 3
Instructor: Heather Short
Cost: $235
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Learn vocal techniques for performances. This class gives students a strong foundation for the proper use of their vocal talent and the basics of choral singing. Space is limited.
Cheerleading K-1

For girls in grades K-2
Date/Time: Thursdays, September 3-November 19 (no class 10/8 or 10/29) from 3:15-4:15 PM
Instructor: Coach Morgan Lincoln (DC Dragons Cheer Coach)
Cost: $260
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Learn beginning cheers and teamwork. Build confidence as you prepare to share your school spirit.
Clara and Sugar Plum's Nutcracker Adventure 1st
For girls in grade 1
Dates/Time: Mondays, August 31-December 7 (no class 9/7, 10/5, or 11/23) from 3:00-4:00 PM
- Rehearsal for Nutcracker: December 9 from 2:15-4:30 PM
- The Nutcracker Performance: December 10
Instructor: Louisa Koeppel (Hutchison dance teacher) and Leila Marten
Cost: $350
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Ballet 1 will reinforce and expand the ballet experience through classical technique, creativity, and dance-making. A plain pink or black leotard with or without a skirt and pink or skin-toned ballet shoes are required.

The fall session of Ballet will conclude with a performance of The Nutcracker on Thursday, December 10, and rehearsal will tentatively be on Wednesday, December 9, for 1st-grade dancers.
Clara and Sugar Plum's Nutcracker Adventure 3rd-4th

For girls in 3rd and 4th grade
Date/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 1-December 10 (no class 10/6, 10/8, 11/24, or 11/26) from 3:00-4:00 PM
Rehearsals: December 8, 3:00-5:15 PM and December 9, 2:15-4:30 PM (subject to change)
Performance: Thursday, December 10
Instructor: Louisa Koeppel and Leila Marten
Cost: $600
How Does Your Garden Grow

For girls in grades K-2
Date/Time: Mondays, August 31-November 16 (no class 9/7 or 10/5) from 3:15-4:15 pm
Instructors: Heather Fontana and Lauren Perry
Cost: $255
HutchFlix Events

For Hutchison girls in grades 1-4

Date/Time: Fridays from 6:00-9:00 pm
Camp Out - September 25
Movie Night - November 6
Christmas Movie Night - December 4
Teachers: Andrea Lacher and Lauren Perry
Cost: $50
Lacrosse Clinic

For girls in grades 1-4
Date/Time: Saturday, October 24 from 8:00-11:00 AM
Instructor: Coach Kristan Ash
Cost: $85
Midtown Taekwondo

For girls in grades K-1
Date/Time: Tuesdays, September 1-November 17 (no class 10/6) from 3:15-3:45 PM
Instructor: Mrs. Volner (Midtown Taekwondo)
Cost: $275
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Involve yourself in martial arts to learn discipline and skills that will help you in school and beyond. A gi is not required; however, you may wear your own gi or purchase one through Midtown Taekwondo.
Mystery Monday

For girls in Kindergarten-2nd grade
Date/Tme: Mondays, August 31-November 16 (no class 9/7 or 10/5) from 3:15-4:15 PM
Instructors: Alex Bunkley and Shannon Manzi
Cost: $260
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Every Monday brings a brand-new theme to explore! The girls will dive into a story, create a hands-on craft, and play games! All tied together by that week's mystery theme. From gardens to galaxies, puzzles to pirates, no two Mondays are ever the same.
Quickstart Tennis

For girls in K-1
Dates/Time: Wednesdays, 2:30-3:15 pm
Instructor: Monique Woog (tennis coach)
Cost: $180 per session
Session I >> September 2-October 14 (no class on 10/7)
Session II >> October 21-December 2 (no class on 11/25)
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The Quickstart Academy will use the teaching method of Quickstart tennis, a program aimed at helping kids in kindergarten and first grade learn the game of tennis. Using a smaller court, net, racquet, and larger foam tennis balls, the Quickstart method makes the game of tennis easily accessible to younger players.

**Each student will need to bring their own junior tennis racquet for this class.
Ready, Set, Create Holiday Edition

For girls in grades K-2
Date/Time: Tuesdays, September 1-November 17 (no class 10/6) from 3:15-4:15 PM
Instructor: Heather Fontana (kindergarten teacher)
Cost: $260
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Explore your imagination and learn tools to focus creativity with the creative process in this fun, project-based class.
SPARK Holiday Camps

For Hutchison girls in Little Hive through 4th grade
Holiday Camps run from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Fall Break: October 5-9
EC/LS Conference Day: October 30
Winter Break Week 1: December 21-23
Winter Break Week 2: December 28-30

**These dates are not included in the monthly SPARK registration cost. ** You must register for them separately.
STING Little Laxers Skills and Drills

For girls in grades 1-2 & 3-4
Date/Time: Wednesdays and Thursdays, August 12- 27, from 2:30-3:30 pm on Wednesdays and 3:30-4:30 pm on Thursdays
Instructor: Coach Kristan Ash
Cost: $150
** Campers will need a mouthguard, lacrosse stick, eye guard, and water bottle.
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Whether your daughter is picking up a lacrosse stick for the first time or already has experience with the game, this camp is the perfect place to learn, grow, and have fun! Through engaging drills, skill-building activities, and exciting small-sided games, campers will develop confidence while learning the fundamentals of passing, catching, cradling, shooting, and teamwork.
Our goal is to inspire a lifelong love of lacrosse by creating a positive, supportive environment where every player feels welcomed, encouraged, and empowered to succeed. No prior lacrosse experience is required—all skill levels are welcome!
Throughout the week, campers will work toward the exciting Bumble Bowl, a fun-filled event where they can showcase their newly developed skills, teamwork, and confidence in a spirited celebration of all they've accomplished.
Tech Explorers

For girls in grades 1-4
Dates/Time: Thursdays, September 3-November 19 (no class 10/8 or 10/29) from 3:15-4:00 PM
Instructors: Jennifer Stover (lower school technology integrationist)
Cost: $225
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This hands-on class is designed for students who are eager to explore the realms of coding, 3D printing, LEGO robotics, and more. By fostering creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration through engaging projects and challenges, students will develop essential skills that prepare them for the future of innovation.
Volleyball Clinic

For girls in grades 1-2 and 3-4
Date/Time: Saturday, November 7
1st and 2nd from 9:00-10:00 AM
3rd and 4th from 10:00-11:30 AM
Instructors: Coach Katie Sinclair
Cost: $45
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Our main goal is to promote growth and enhance skill development. Because of our commitment to fostering growth throughout the athletics program, girls are invited to participate regardless of skill level or experience.

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Andrea Jeter

Operations Director of After-School & Summer Programs

(901) 507-2496
Brianna Lofton

Director of After-School & Summer Programs

(901) 507-2460
Emmarie Dykes

After-School & Summer Programs Coordinator

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