After-School Classes

After-School Classes by Grade Level

Classes for 5th Graders

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Project Pottery: Gingerbread Houses

For girls in grades 2-5
Date/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, December 1, 3, 8, and 10 from 3:15-4:30 pm
Instructor: Kristi Duckworth (ceramist & painter)
Cost: $205
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Craft works of art that are beautiful and practical. Hand-build projects from clay or mosaics.
Advanced Pottery

For girls in grades 5-12
Date/Time: Wednesdays, September 2-November 18 (no class 10/7) from 3:20-4:30 PM
Instructor: Kristi Duckworth (ceramist and painter)
Cost: $295
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Develop creative concepts in clay. Learn the techniques of throwing on the wheel, hand building, and combining altered forms.
Baking Club

For girls in grades 3-6
Date/Time: Mondays, August 31-November 16 (no class 9/7 or 10/5) from 3:20-4:20 pm
Instructor: Melissa Berthelson (teacher and Wilton-certified cake decorator)
Cost: $275
Basketball Preseason Clinic

For girls in grades 5-8
Date/Time: Monday, October 12 from 3:45-5:15 PM
Coach: Thomas Jones (Hutchison basketball coach)
Cost: $75
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This clinic is an all-around skill training program that includes all facets of the game in preparation for the upcoming season.
Clara and Sugar Plum's Nutcracker Adventure MS-US

For girls in grades 5-12
Dates/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 1-December 10 (no class 10/6, 10/8, 11/24, or 11/26) from 4:00-5:15 pm
Rehearsals: December 8, 3:00-5:15 PM & December 9, 2:15-4:30 PM (subject to change)
Performance: December 10
Instructor: Louisa Koeppel (Hutchison dance teacher) & Leila Marten
Cost: $600
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Middle School Dance Company focuses on modern dance and creative ballet with an emphasis on dance-making and ensemble performance. The fall focus will be on Clara and Sugar Plum's Nutcracker Adventure.

For more information, email lkoeppel@hutchisonschool.org.
Fabulous Fiber Crafts

For girls in grades 3-6
Date/Time: Wednesdays, September 2-November 18 (no class 10/7) from 2:15-3:15 pm
Instructor: Anne Sawyer
Cost: $235
Podcasting 101

For girls in grades 3-6
Date/Time: Mondays, August 31-November 16 (no class 9/7 or 10/5) from 3:15-4:15 pm
Instructor: Erika Cain
Cost: $300
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Creating a podcast. Learn the basics of editing, writing, producing, and directing episodes. The final project would be to complete a podcast-style short story on a topic we’ve engaged with throughout the afterschool sessions.
Pottery Project: Ornament Making

For girls in grades 3-6
Date/Time: Monday, November 30 from 3:15-3:45 pm
Instructor: Kristi Duckworth
Cost: $60
Safe Sitter Babysitting Class

For girls in grades 5-8
Date/Time: Saturday, August 29 from 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Instructor: Lisa Curry (Safe Sitter babysitting instructor)
Cost: $225, includes all materials
Sculpt & Bloom: Swan Centerpiece

For girls in grades 2-5
Date/Time: Tuesdays, September 1-November 17 (no class 10/6) from 3:30-4:30 pm
Instructor: Dana Harris (middle school art)
Cost: $275
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Transform simple materials into a stunning piece of home décor! In this hands-on art class, students will learn the art of papier-mâché as they design and build an elegant swan centerpiece that doubles as a planter or decorative vessel. Throughout the session, participants will shape, layer, paint, and personalize their swan while exploring sculpting techniques, texture, and finishing details. The completed project is perfect for displaying fresh or faux greenery, flowers, or seasonal decorations and makes a beautiful handmade centerpiece to enjoy for years to come.
Taekwondo

For girls in grades 2-6
Date/Time: Tuesdays, September 1-November 17 (no class 10/6) from 3:45-4:30 pm
Instructor: Midtown Taekwondo instructor
Cost: $300

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Involve yourself in martial arts to learn discipline and skills that will help you in school and beyond. No uniform is required; however, you may wear your own uniform or purchase one through Midtown Taekwondo.

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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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