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Roary's Garden Helpers
Students will learn gardening and garden maintenance by focusing on seed growth, germination, composting, weeding, and how to care for a garden from spring to fall. There will be opportunities for inquiry and STEM activities. Some activities may include garden design and construction, transplanting, and garden decoration. Roary's Garden Helpers has been developed with project-based, inquiry-based, and play-based learning in mind.PLEASE NOTE:This course is for enrolled students at their respective home schools.*** PLEASE NOTE OUR YOUTH DISMISSAL AND PICK-UP POLICY***On the day of the course be sure to inform your child's school office, using their prescribed dismissal change policy, that your child will be attending this program after school. Refunds will not be provided for missed classes. Parents are not to bring their children to the school to attend this course, students are only to be dismissed directly from school.Parents should be prompt to pick up at the course dismissal time as charges will accrue if parents are late. Dismissal will occur at the entrance of the building and will be facilitated by the school security guard and instructor. Parents will not be permitted into the building and it is advised that parents stay in their cars until the dismissal time, or until the instructor is visible at the front door. Each parent will need to sign their child out and must have a valid I.D. ready. The I.D. must match that of the parent/guardian who signed up the child or by an authorized pick-up. To authorize an additional pick-up, please call 860-404-0290 Ext. 7070.Students who are attending EXCL on the day of the course will be dismissed back to EXCL.
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Theatre Academy (Gr. 3 -12)
Beginning with an audition workshop, students will hone their audition skills to try out for roles in DreamWorks Production's Shrek: The Musical Jr. Each day, students will participate in rehearsals including music, choreography, improv and drama games, backstage production, and most importantly -- FUN! The FINAL performance will take place on Friday, June 27 in the Irving Robbins Middle School Auditorium.Opportunity for rising (7-12) graders: Students with a serious interest in the "behind-the-scenes" portion of theatre will work with mentors in the areas of stage management, directing, costumes, props, and set design. These students will not perform in the play but instead will be working backstage as part of the production. Students should bring a healthy snack, a healthy lunch, and a water bottle daily. Daily Sample Schedule: 9:00 - 9:05 morning meeting 9:05 - 10:00 Workshop 1 10:00 - 10:15 Snack in Cafe 10:15 - 11:00 Workshop 2 11:00 - 11:45 Workshop 3 11:45 - 12:15 Lunch 12:20 - 1:55 Full Cast Rehearsal 2:00 Dismissal NOTES: Registration deadline: June 8, 2025 Cancellation Policy: Cancellations with a refund will be allowed up to June 10 with a $35 fee. There are NO cancellations / refunds after June 8!
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Beginner Jazz Dance
Music, Dance & Drama
Learn the basics of Jazz Dancing with Amy Perales, an FCE veteran dance and wellness instructor. You will learn basic jazz dance terminology and we will put jazz dance steps to music while getting your heart rate up. We will boost our brainpower, as each week a jazz dance combination will be taught. We will be expected to remember the combination from the previous week. Attend with clothes that you can move comfortably in. Jazz dance shoes are not necessary, but are recommended for a more authentic experience.
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Intermediate Adult Tap
Music, Dance & Drama
For students who have already taken the Adult Tap For Beginners course or have previous tap dance experience. Adult Tap offers the opportunity to exercise in the unique and fun way. We will start with a gentle stretch and then work on a different tap combination each week. Any form of dance is healthy for the mind and body. It gets our bodies moving and boosts our brainpower. Participating in a dance class is also great for socialization. Wear comfortable clothing and do not forget your tap shoes! Don’t have tap shoes, but want to experience the course? We may have a gently use pair you can purchase.
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Introduction to Adult Tap
Music, Dance & Drama
This course is designed to introduce tap dancing to the complete beginner. If you have never tap danced before and have always wanted to, this is the best place to start! Wear comfortable clothing and do not forget your tap shoes! Don't have tap shoes but want to experience the course? We may have a gently used pair that you can borrow or purchase.
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Adult Tap for Beginners
Music, Dance & Drama
Adult Tap offers the opportunity to exercise in the unique and fun way. We will start with a gentle stretch and then work on a different tap combination each week. If you are completely new to tap dancing, please sign up for our Introduction to Tap course. Any form of dance is healthy for the mind and body. It gets our bodies moving and boosts our brainpower. Participating in a dance class is also great for socialization. Wear comfortable clothing and do not forget your tap shoes! Don’t have tap shoes but want to experience the course? We may have a gently used pair that you can purchase.
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Simple Stretches with Chair Exercises
Fitness
Experience a soft, simple stretch and workout for the mind and body. In this class we stretch from head to toe. Most of this course is done sitting in a chair. Thera Bands are used from time to time, and on occasion we stand holding onto a chair to aid in our ability to balance. This course is wonderful for those who are less mobile and not as flexible. Come exercise in a setting with support from other participants. Wear comfortable exercise clothing and socks (bare feet are fine as well).
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Basic Ballet & Stretch
Fitness
Enjoy a gentle full-body stretch at the beginning of each class. Beginner ballet exercises will then be learned and reviewed. We will finish with gentle floor stretches, so please bring a yoga mat. This class is a no-pressure, non-traditional ballet class environment. Come in comfortable clothing. Ballet shoes are recommended, but socks are suitable.
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