Extended Day Programs
Princeton Academy provides Extended Day Programs and classes for students in Kindergarten through Grade 8 every weekday. Extended Day Programs are coordinated by LS Lead Classroom Teacher Vince Geraci. Programs are open to all students and are held on all full school days.
Program Information, Fees and Policies
Before School Care
MONDAY - FRIDAY
Supervised time in the library. Please bring your son to the library.
Before School Care is available from 7:00-7:45 a.m. Students must be enrolled in advance, however, drop-ins will be accepted if unforeseen circumstances arise. The charge for a one-day drop-in is $10. Drop-in billing will be mailed at the end of each month.
After School Care
MONDAY - FRIDAY
After School Care will consist of supervised, structured and unstructured playtime. Snack will be provided. Following dismissal, students will be sent to the cafeteria.
After School Care hours are 3:00-6:00 p.m. and is primarily for students enrolled in advance, however, drop-ins are welcome and will be billed on a day-to-day basis. Since we are concerned about the proper supervision of students after regular dismissal, any child who has not been picked up by 3:20 p.m. will be sent to the After School Care and the family will be billed at the rate of $15 for the first hour. If your son remains in After School Care beyond 4:20 p.m., you will be charged a drop-in fee of $30. Drop-in billing will be mailed at the beginning of each month.
Extended Day Classes
Princeton Academy offers Extended Day Classes to students in Kindergarten through Grade 8. Classes meet 3:30-4:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Classes are open to both Princeton Academy and Stuart Country Day School students. Students may be enrolled in one class per day. Drop-ins are not permitted for Extended Day Classes. Winter Extended Day Classes will begin on January 3, 2018. Please see the list of class offerings below.
Fees and Policies
Lower School Study Hall carries the same fee as an after school class and will be held 3:30-4:30 p.m. Lower School students who are not signed up for this class in advance, will not be permitted to use the library after school. Students are expected to respect the space as a quiet location for individual study and recreational reading.
For all students enrolled in After School Care and for those using After School Care "drop-in," there will be a $45 per hour late fee charged for any child who is picked up after 6:00 p.m. “Drop-ins” are not permitted in After School Classes.
On the registration form there are three fee scales. The top fee scale is for early morning drop off only. The middle fee scale is for regular After School Care only (not classes). The bottom fee scale is for Extended Day Classes only.
Any student enrolled in Extended Day Classes may attend regular After Care when the class ends until 6:00 p.m. at no additional charge on those days only.
Spring Extended Day Class Offerings
Monday Offerings
AFTER-SCHOOL STUDY HALL
(Monday – Thursday)
After-School Study Hall consists of supervised homework time in which Lower School students may complete assignments, work on projects, do research on the web (with teacher permission), read, or write. Please note that After-School Study Hall for Lower School students carries the same fee as an after-school class.
YOGA
K–Grade 4
(Monday: 12-student limit)
Yoga is an ancient art based on a harmonizing system of development for the body, mind, and spirit. Students will be introduced to yoga postures through step-by-step verbal description and demonstration. Sue Leonard, our monthly yoga instructor will be leading this class. This is a beginner class and will supplement the monthly yoga instruction the boys are receiving during the school day.
MAKING
Grades 2–5
(Monday: 12-student limit)
Join Mrs. Rose for this two-hour class where the only limit is your imagination and ingenuity. Students will explore and learn how to 3D print. They will explore Making using discarded materials to build completely new objects and crafts. Students will also participate in basic programming and coding using scratch and basic robotics.
WIFFLE BALL
Grades 2-4
(Monday: 10-student limit)
Join Ms. Smith for the next best thing to baseball. Players will team up and play Wiffle Ball. Students will pitch, hit and field balls to help their team claim a win. Emphasis will be on teamwork and sportsmanship.
Tuesday Offerings
AFTER-SCHOOL STUDY HALL
(Monday – Thursday)
After-School Study Hall consists of supervised homework time in which Lower School students may complete assignments, work on projects, do research on the web (with teacher permission), read, or write. Please note that After-School Study Hall for Lower School students carries the same fee as an after-school class.
LEGOS
K-Grade 2
(Tuesday: 10-student limit)
Join Ms. Dilmore’s class for a fun and interactive way for our younger students to explore this classic, timeless favorite, Legos! Using several Lego kits, students will learn how to make basic Lego structures as well as more involved Lego masterpieces. Students will use instruction booklets to construct these masterpieces out of Legos.
PICNIC GAMES
Grades 2-4
(Tuesday: eight-student limit)
This exciting new class incorporates our favorite timeless picnic games! Students will play several of these games including bocce, badminton, lawn darts (the safe version), ring toss and beanbag toss to name just a few. Emphasis will be on having fun and sportsmanship. Everyone wins in picnic games!
MARINE AQUATICS & SEA LIFE
Grades 1–4
(Tuesday: eight-student limit)
Dive deep into the fascinating lives of ocean animals and coral reef ecology. Interact with live animals, participate in exciting demonstrations, and have fun with hands-on activities that engage learners. Mr. Cook, a biologist and saltwater enthusiast, will lead your child on an investigative, immersive adventure and inspire meaningful oceanic connections. Using our innovative viewing system and 55-gallon saltwater reef aquarium, we will explore life under the sea while learning and having fun along the way.
Grades 4-8
(Tuesday or Wednesday: four-student limit per day)
Did you know that Mr. Eldridge is an expert wood carver? Students will learn to carve using basic woodworking tools to build a model from scratch. Fighter jets, army tanks, race cars, and fish and bird carving are only a few of the possibilities. If you can dream it, Mr. Eldridge will help you make it a reality in wood!
Wednesday Offerings
AFTER-SCHOOL STUDY HALL
(Monday – Thursday)
After-School Study Hall consists of supervised homework time in which Lower School students may complete assignments, work on projects, do research on the web (with teacher permission), read, or write. Please note that After-School Study Hall for Lower School students carries the same fee as an after-school class.
ADVENTURES IN DRAWING & PAINTING
K-Grade 4
(Wednesday:10-student limit)
Take a journey in drawing with Ms. Smith as you learn to draw everyday objects as well as the human face and your favorite animals. Students will learn about scenery and perspective as they create their own masterpieces. Pencil, chalk, pastels, and charcoal, are just some of the mediums students will use. Students will also use techniques in paint to create additional masterpieces.
WOODWORKING
Grades 4-8
(Tuesday OR Wednesday: four-student limit per day)
Did you know that Mr. Eldridge is an expert wood carver? Students will learn to carve using basic woodworking tools to build a model from scratch. Fighter jets, army tanks, race cars, and fish and bird carving are only a few of the possibilities. If you can dream it, Mr. Eldridge will help you make it a reality in wood!
Thursday Offerings
AFTER-SCHOOL STUDY HALL
(Monday – Thursday)
After-School Study Hall consists of supervised homework time in which Lower School students may complete assignments, work on projects, do research on the web (with teacher permission), read, or write. Please note that After-School Study Hall for Lower School students carries the same fee as an after-school class.
GAGA
Grades 2-4
(Thursday: 12-student limit)
Gaga is a fast-paced, high-energy sport played in an octagonal pit. The more players the better! Best described as a kinder, gentler version of dodge ball, Gaga is played with a soft foam ball and combines the skills of dodging striking, running, and jumping while trying to hit opponents with a ball below the knees. Fun and easy, everyone gets a serious workout. This class includes instruction, warm-ups, and loads of time to play. Get in on the action while learning Gaga and developing your athletic skills.
TGA TENNIS
K-Grade 4
(Thursday: 15-student limit)
Join the TGA team and learn how to play tennis the TGA way! All equipment is provided as we teach students the fundamentals, as well as the rules and etiquette of the game. Our classes are offered in an energetic atmosphere using a hands-on teaching style and child-friendly curriculum. We include our tennis handbook, contests, team activities, and students even play to music! All levels are welcome.
MATH GAMES
Grades 2-4
(Thursday: 10-student limit)
Mr. Cook offers a fun way to learn math and hone existing skills using fun games. All achievement levels are welcome, as we will address areas of need as well as areas of strength in a fun an interactive environment. Students will be grouped by ability to learn how to play and become better at a variety of math skills. Students will also use technology in the form of Chromebooks and iPads to play additional math games.
Friday Offerings
T-BALL
K-Grade 2
(Friday: 10-student limit)
Join Ms. Smith for a fun introduction to the American pastime. Students will learn to field, throw, hit from a tee. They will also learn about sportsmanship and what it means to be a part of a team. Students should bring their hat and glove every week.
KITCHEN CHEMISTRY
Grades 2-4
(Friday: 12-student limit)
Students are intrigued with the topic of chemistry for many reasons: it is mysterious, it is scholarly, it yields to vivid imaginations, and it’s just plain fun! Join Mr. Cook in this fun and interactive class. Kitchen Chemistry will offer hands-on chemistry based activities. Whether students are classifying properties or observing and investigating chemical reactions, each week will provide an activity that will help build basic chemistry concepts.