Children will be taught Classical Ballet positions and steps with use of French terms and phrases, with Jazz warm up exercises based in a classical curriculum. Center and diagonal work is added to allow the children to learn coordination and feel comfortable moving through space. Age appropriate Hip Hop movements and music are included, along with choreography in a developed curriculum.

An on-campus Christmas Demonstration and Spring theater recital is planned.

Dress Code: Black leotard any style with:  attached skirt or bike shorts Or Biketard or Unitard.  (Pink Tights are optional) Pink Ballet shoes.  TAN colored Slip on JAZZ shoes

Mandatory: Dance clothes and shoes must be name labeled. Your child will need to carry clothing in a SEPARATE ZIPPERED OR TIGHT DRAWSTRING BAG to avoid clothing confusion or loss as the children change clothes on their own, in the Annex.

The bag does not have to be a new ballet bag.  Please label name on the dance bag as well.

Dancewear may be purchased at Costumes and Dancewear, 1503 Dunlavy, where there is a discount for Crista's students. Online purchases are allowed; however, be advised that different companies size and construct shoes differently.

For more information, please contact Crista at Pointe9958@aol.com.

Instructor: Crista Reuss

Dates: August 22 – December 12, 2019

Time: Thursdays, 4:15 - 5 p.m.

Location: Bayou Room 160

Price: $280

Children in this class will be taught Classical Ballet positions and steps with use of French terms and phrases. The curriculum will teach exercises through silly stories as children learn ballet history and choreography in a developed curriculum.

Basic Tap steps are taught to allow children to develop skills in rhythm and percussion. An on-campus Christmas Demonstration and Spring theater recital is planned.

Dress Code: Black leotard with:  attached skirt and/or separate black bike shorts or biketard—any style; pink or white socks (No tights, please), pink ballet shoes, black tap shoes with Snap or Velcro closures.

Mandatory: Dance clothes and shoes must be name labeled. Your child will need to carry clothing in a SEPARATE ZIPPERED OR TIGHT DRAWSTRING BAG to avoid clothing confusion or loss. The bag does not have to be a new ballet bag. Children do not take school bags into the dance class.  Please label name on the dance bag as well.

Dancewear may be purchased at Costumes and Dancewear, 1503 Dunlavy, where there is a discount for Crista's students. Online purchases are allowed; however, be advised that different companies size and construct shoes differently.

For more information, please contact Crista at Pointe9958@aol.com.

Instructor: Crista Reuss

Dates: August 22 – December 12, 2019

Time: Thursdays, 3:30 - 4:15 p.m.

Location: Bayou Room 160

Price: $280

In addition to learning basic sewing techniques, students will learn how to use a sewing machine, which will be supplied for their use. We will also teach students how to use a pattern to cut their garments before sewing them, and they will have a selection of fabrics to choose. Finally, students will be taught to embroider and will learn certain hand stitches.

Instructor: Ms. Martha Olmos

Dates: August 20 – December 10, 2019

Time: Tuesdays, 3:45 – 4:45 p.m.

Location: Lower School Science Lab 103

Price: $420

Your child will be participating in an exciting one-hour class, once a week with Coach Mark Weathers. We work in the areas of floor tumbling, balance beam, and mini trampoline. In all our classes, we also include health, fitness, and well-being information along with lots of fun!  We set 3 goals for our students. 1) Learn to work hard for what you want. 2) Learn to control yourself both physically and mentally. 3) Have FUN! Not every child will develop into an Olympic gymnast...BUT WE SHAPE HEALTHY, HAPPY, CONFIDENT KIDS!

We do not require any special clothing for Gymnastics class. School clothing is perfectly fine. If your child wants to change in to a leotard or other clothing, she will be allowed to do so.

Instructor: Mark Weathers with Brown’s Gymnastics

Dates: September 3 – December 10, 2019

Time: Tuesdays, 3:30 – 4:15 p.m.

Location: Schuhmacher Godfrey Dining Hall

Price: $465

Your child will be participating in an exciting one-hour class, once a week with Coach Mark Weathers. We work in the areas of floor tumbling, balance beam, and mini trampoline. In all our classes, we also include health, fitness, and well-being information along with lots of fun! We set 3 goals for our students. 1) Learn to work hard for what you want. 2) Learn to control yourself both physically and mentally. 3) Have FUN! Not every child will develop into an Olympic gymnast...BUT WE SHAPE HEALTHY, HAPPY, CONFIDENT KIDS!

We do not require any special clothing for Gymnastics class. School clothing is perfectly fine. If your child wants to change in to a leotard or other clothing, she will be allowed to do so.

Instructor: Mark Weathers with Brown’s Gymnastics

Dates: September 3 – December 10, 2019

Time: Tuesdays, 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.

Location:  Schuhmacher Godfrey Dining Hall

Price: $465

This year, our program’S theme is “Beyond the 64 Squares...” We take the many benefits of chess—including cognitive skills, strategic thinking, enhanced memory, learning life skills, team building, and more—and combine them into a well-rounded curriculum that is both challenging and rewarding! 

Students enrolled in a K.I.N.G. Chess League program will also earn a chance to compete in individual or team tournaments. We look forward to meeting all of our new Duchesne Chess Masters in Training!

Instructor:  Coach Cliff Campbell with K.I.N.G. Chess League

Dates:  August 22 – December 12, 2019

Time:  Thursdays, 3:45 – 4:30 p.m.

Location: LS Art Room 103

Price:  $320

Juggling, cup stilts, balloon twisting, plate spinning, face painting and more! Age-appropriate stretching, circus crafts and circus arts in every class. Students will explore circus skills that improve their balance, hand-eye coordination and confidence in a fun and safe environment. Students will also learn hula hoop skills that will not only impress but build stamina and help students develop a healthy relationship with fitness. We will showcase some of our new skills with a super fun talent show for parents at the end of the semester! Details will be sent to parents late in the semester.

Instructor: Amy Neel with Mad About Hoops

Dates: August 21 – December 11, 2019

Time: Wednesdays, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Location: Schuhmacher Godfrey Dining Hall

Price: $375

We can learn about art by observing other artists’ works and understanding their use of art materials to create our own art.  In this class, students will learn about basic art, colors, lines, forms, shapes, space, perspective and how to use them in producing their own masterpieces while we use different art materials; pencils, watercolors, acrylic paint, pen and ink.

Instructor:  Eva Vig

Dates: August 19 – December 9, 2019

Time:  Mondays, 3:45 – 4:45 p.m.

Location:  LS Art Room 103

Price:  $400

Students will explore different types of robotics like Dash, Lego WeDo, Little Bits and Ozobot. They will also explore coding programs on the computers and iPads. More advanced students will begin to use a programming course developed by Apple called Swift Playgrounds. We will also play some "unplugged" games to learn both robotics and coding concepts. We will even have a few surprises along the way! Come join the fun!

Instructor:  Ruth Hanson

Dates:  August 19 – December 9, 2019

Time:  Mondays 3:30 – 4:15

Location:  LS Computer Lab Room 101

Price:  $375

This program is designed for Lower School students who do not participate in any after-school activities. Homework is a priority during this time. Given students' technology requirements at the Lower School level, there will be daily opportunities to complete their homework and their digital project requirements. Students will be taken from Extended Afternoon to the Lower School Library for a quiet study time and supervised technology use. Students are required to stay for a minimum of 30 minutes. Homework Hall is not the same as one-on-one instruction. The Homework Hall teacher is there to ensure the students have the appropriate study environment and assist the students who may have questions or need some guidance. We do ask that the parents check over homework for completion and any errors at home.

Note: All students registered for Homework Hall on any certain day are required to attend for at least 30 minutes unless we are notified by the parents. Students who are not registered for Homework Hall may attend on a drop-in basis. Please notify your child's teacher and the Extended Programs staff if you would like your child to attend on a certain day.

Please note: There is a $5/day charge for Homework Hall in addition to Extended Afternoon charge(s).

Instructor:  TBD

Dates:  August 14 – December 19, 2019

Time: Monday – Thursday, 3:30 – 5:15 p.m.

Location:  Lower School Library

Price:  $5 per day

For Middle School students who wish to have a snack and participate in Extended Afternoon in the Annex, this service will still be available for the normal $15/day fee. Middle School students will also have an option to report to the Wilkinson Family Library for a quiet study time and supervised technology use from 4:00-6:00 pm for no charge.  For additional information, please see the parent handbook.

For centuries, millions of people have benefitted from the teachings of Martial Arts, a system of self-defense created in the Orient that does not advocate the use of weapons. Instead, it teaches a philosophy that believes in strengthening the mind and body through self-discipline, fitness and awareness. We offer a well-balanced program that emphasizes pride, self-esteem, fitness and integrity. Instruction includes self-discipline, body control and self-defense.

A graduation celebration will be held on the last day of class, December 9. Details will be sent to parents later in the semester.

* Fee does not include uniform which is purchased from instructor. *Free belt testing.

Instructor: Master Bruce Alamdari

Dates: August 19 – December 9, 2019

Time: Mondays, 3:40 – 4:20 p.m.

Location: Schuhmacher Godfrey Dining Hall

Price: $450

Yoga for kids is a fun and purposeful activity where children are able to develop flexibility, focus and coordination for a happy, healthy, and balanced life. Yoga provides many physical and emotional health benefits, and children will have a blast putting together different sequences, learning breathing techniques, playing games, dancing, and creating their own yoga adventures! In these classes, yoga poses are often executed through the telling of a meaningful story that teaches concepts such as kindness, making healthy choices, and being a risk-taker. Kids’ yoga helps to increase confidence, build focus, develop self-awareness, and release energy.

Instructor:  Julie Roznovsky

Dates:  August 21 – December 11, 2019

Time:  Wednesdays, 3:30 – 4:15 pm

Location:  Bayou Room 160

Price:  $335

Yoga for kids is a fun and purposeful activity where children are able to develop flexibility, focus and coordination for a happy, healthy, and balanced life. Yoga provides many physical and emotional health benefits, and children will have a blast putting together different sequences, learning breathing techniques, playing games, dancing, and creating their own yoga adventures! In addition to poses that focus on stretching and strengthening, children will also learn challenging balancing poses, headstands, partner poses, and stunts. We also focus on mindfulness concepts such as developing empathy, practicing gratitude, quieting the mind, and the power of positive thinking. Kids’ yoga helps to increase confidence, build concentration, develop self-awareness, and manage stress.

Instructor:  Julie Roznovsky

Dates:  August 21 – December 11, 2019

Time:  Wednesdays, 4:15 – 5:15 pm

Location:  Bayou Room 160

Price:  $370

Want to develop your singing and vocal technique?  This class is designed to train those who want to sing and continue ensemble artistry in a fun way.

We are passionate about sharing our love of singing, especially in the choral setting. Emphasis will be on vocal techniques which involves support, diction, articulation, interpretation, musicianship, and ensemble development.  This course will culminate with the TPSMEA performance involving 5th and 6th graders from area private schools.

Rehearsal Schedule is as follows:

• Every Monday starting August 25th until November 4th.
• Friday November 1st (11am -6pm) by bus to Willow Meadows Church
• Saturday November 2nd (8:30 am- 5pm) off campus regional rehearsals and concert. Students driven to event and picked up after the concert by parents @ Willow Meadows Church 4300 W. Belfort Blvd, Houston, TX 77035.  The concert is free to all, everyone is invited.

Instructors:  Catherine Hausmann and Steffany Johnston

Dates:  August 26 – November 4, 2019

Time:  Mondays, 3:30 – 4:25 p.m.

Location:  FA 106

Price:  $290