After School Enrichment Programs
We offer high caliber after school programs in the Traverse City area.
The Pathfinder Schools After School Enrichment Programs are offered daily until 6:00 PM.
In a safe, joyful environment, we provide children supervised, unstructured time wherein they can do homework and play with their friends. Kids have access to the art room, gym, and outdoor play space and fields as well as a quiet classroom. Healthy snacks are provided. Students of all ages delight in playing games of their own making, across age groups and gender. This type of holistic play is healthy for kids and is becoming increasingly rare. Many of our students treasure this after-school open playtime with their peers.
Increasingly, research is recognizing the value of unstructured playtime for children. Our Extended Day Program acts much like the "free, open neighborhood playtime" of days gone by, when kids simply got together on the block to play games and use their imaginations. It is a very popular offering. (fees are based on an hourly rate)
MUSIC
Joining the instrumental program at our school opens up a world of opportunities for students! Our Instrumental Music Programs, directed by master teachers whose recognition for professional performance and pure love of music set them apart, offer children an exciting introduction to the wonderful worlds of strings and percussion.
There are few experiences as satisfying as being a member of a performing ensemble and sharing a love of music with others. Through ensemble membership you will learn teamwork and cooperation as well as how to be flexible and think on your feet. You will have the experience of perfecting a performance over a period of time and learn to appreciate hard work and high achievement. And, even if you do not plan to become a professional musician, your musical studies will help you gain confidence and become comfortable in front of people. These are life skills, not just musical skills- Beginning String Class, directed by Lynne Tobin, allows YOU to choose the instrument you’d like to play! Group instruction is offered on violin, viola, cello and bass. This class, which is open to students in grades 4 - 8, meets 3 times each week
- String Ensemble, directed by Lynne Tobin, is an orchestra class for students with one year or more of instruction and experience on violin, viola, cello or bass meets. Students in this ensemble are in grades 5 - 8, although younger students with playing experience may audition to join. String Ensemble meets two times weekly.
SPORTS
After-school Sports Programs provide kids with a great opportunity to practice team building, sportsmanship, goal setting, and to simply have a lot of fun with their friends!- TEAM Sports for grades 4-6 (cross country, basketball, volleyball and track & field)
- Middle School Sports (soccer, cross country, basketball, volleyball and track & field)
- Ski Club
OTHER AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS INCLUDE: - Odyssey of the Mind Teams
- Archery
- Academic tutoring
- Cooking
- Drumming
- Piano Lessons
- Manners Classes
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