Winter 2015 Session II After School Class SchedulePlease check this on-line schedule for periodic changes, additions and updates.

Sacred Heart is open after school for all sorts of fun, academic and personal enrichment. Check out the Student Life section of the School website for information about instrumental music and voice lessons, sports clinics and team practices, which are also being held after school.

Enrollment & Registration

Registration runs February 23 - March 31. To register for class, click here. First time users will need to setup an account. Payment must be made at the time of registration in order to reserve space in the class. (The one exception would be anyone requesting financial aid… see note below)

Classes will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

You will receive an automated confirmation of registered Classes. If you do not receive confirmation that you are registered, you should return to your login page and check your registration information. Remember, you are registered only if you receive confirmation (via email) of your class schedule.

NOTE: If you received financial aid toward tuition for the 2014-2015 school year, you are eligible to apply for financial aid for one (1) specialized after school class. The deadline to apply for this financial aid is February 10, 2015. To apply for financial aid; you must register for the class first.  During the online registration process, choose the desired class and check the box indicated to apply for Specialized After School Program Financial Aid.  The box must be checked in order to apply. On the check out page please select “Pay the minimum amount due”.

We will contact you only if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment.

You will be registered for the class and will hear back from the financial aid committee by February 12, 2015. All After School classes must be paid for by February 19, 2015.  The amount of financial aid awarded for one (1) specialized after school class will be based on the percentage of aid a student receives for tuition, available aid, and the demand for classes. 

Payment PoliciesPayment by credit card will be accepted. Upon receipt of payment, a confirmation of your registration will be emailed to you.

Scheduling Classes begin the week of February 23 and run through

March 31. Please check individual class descriptions for the schedule of

start and end dates for each class. Reminder: Taekwondo and Chess span both winter

sessions ending March 27.

Cancellations & Refunds Classes may be cancelled if they do not meet minimum

enrollment. If a class is cancelled by the After School Office, you will be

notified by email and issued a refund. You will not receive a refund if your child is absent or stops

attending a class.

Snacks• A healthy snack will be provided to every child participating

in an After School Class. The cost of the snack is included in the Class fee.

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Core After School Program – Stay until 6:00 p.m. After School Classes are offered in addition to the Core After

school Program. Your child(ren) are welcome to stay at school after their class

in the Core After School Program. Pickup must take place by 6:00 p.m. through the Portry.

If your child’s class does not start until after 4:00 they will stay in the Core Program until their class meets. For more information about the Core After School Program, contact Christy Crandall at Christy.Crandall@shschicago.org

Monday After School Classes

Broadway Kids Rock

Teacher: Staff from Dream Big Performing Arts WorkshopAge: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd & 3rd graders Dates: Mondays, February 23 - March 30 (6 weeks)Time: 3:45-4:45 p.m. Fee: $162+ $5 materials fee = $167Minimum Enrollment: 4; Maximum Enrollment: 15Does your child like to rock out to their favorite songs while playing air guitar or dancing around the living room?  Do they have star power?  If so, then Broadway Kids Rock is the class for them!  In this class we will become all around rock stars while we act the part as well as sing and dance to some of our favorite songs.  Join us for all around head banging fun!

Dismissal/Pick Up Children enrolled in After School Classes will report to the

Core After School Program at dismissal. Their After School Class teacher will pick them up there at the start time for their class.

Children will be dismissed by After School staff at the Rosemont door at the class-end time indicated on the schedule.

Students whose parents do not pick them up within 10 minutes of class end-time will join the Core Program and must then be picked up through the Portry.

Made From ClayTeacher: Jenny Doherty, Former SHS Middle School Art Teacher Age: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd , 3rd & 4th gradersDates: Mondays, February 23 - March 30 (6 weeks)Time: 3:45-4:45 p.m. Fee: $162 + $10 materials fee = $172Minimum Enrollment: 8; Maximum Enrollment: 20Explore the wonderful world of clay. Students will delight in making clay animals, pottery, and more. So much is possible working with this non-toxic clay that comes in a wide variety of colors and bakes to a hard form. Techniques and instruction using several different approaches towards manipulating this medium will expand any child’s creativity.

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Robotics Academy Teacher: Staff from Chasewood LearningAge: 1st, , 2nd, 3rd & 4th graders Dates: Mondays, February 23 - March 30 (6 weeks)Time: 3:45-4:45 p.m. Fee: $162+ $5 materials fee = $167Minimum Enrollment: 6; Maximum Enrollment: 20The Lego Robotics Academy is a comprehensive afterschool program where children are learning to design, build, and program robots. Using a creative educational approach that supports Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), this class is led by Chasewood Learning’s teacher-led instruction, followed by fun, engaging and dynamic activities. The Robotics Academy is a repeatable program where children are placed based on skill and experience. Students can move up a level each time they take the class to take on more advanced concepts

Circus Fun for Everyone! Teacher: Staff from CircEsteem Age: 1st - 5th graders Dates: Mondays, February 23 - March 30 (6 weeks)Time: 3:45-4:45 p.m. Fee: $162Minimum Enrollment: 8; Maximum Enrollment: 20CircEsteem brings the circus to Sacred Heart! CircEsteem’s unique program gives kids of all ages the chance to shine as center ring stars while learning how to juggle, clown around, spin plates, balance on a rolling globe and walk a tight wire. Every session ends with a fun filled performance where kids get to show off their new-found circus skills for friends and family. This class is perfect for first time or returning students.

Tuesday After School Classes

Girls on the GoTeacher: Holly DePalma, Kindergarten TeacherAge: Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd gradersDates: Tuesdays, February 24 - March 31 (6 weeks) Time: 3:45 – 4:45p.m. Fee: $162+ $15 materials fee = $177Minimum Enrollment: 5; Maximum Enrollment: 30This class is just for girls…creating crafts, making jewelry, dancing, singing, and participating in games that girls will love! Activities are theme-based which will differ weekly. Get ready to have FUN!

Photography 101: Camera Fun for KidsTeacher: Jonathan Stopyra, Kindergarten Teaching AssistantAge: Kindergarten, 1st , 2nd & 3rd gradersDates: Tuesdays, February 24 - March 31 (6 weeks) Time: 3:45 – 4:45p.m. Fee: $162+ $10 materials fee = $172Minimum Enrollment: 4; Maximum Enrollment: 15Smile and say “WISE CHOICES!” because Photography 101 is where students can learn how to responsibly take pictures and have a blast in the process. Using iPads and “real” cameras we will take silly portraits of each other, create comic books using photos, make photo collages, and even go on photo scavenger hunts. Additionally, we will begin and close with different games and challenges that teach teamwork and problem solving. Students will take home a personalized Photo Album of their work at the end of the program.

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Model Rocketry Teacher: David Gusaas, Math Teacher, 7th & 8th Age: 2nd & 3rd GradersDates: Tuesdays, February 24 - March 31 (6 weeks)Time: 3:45 – 4:45 p.m.Fee: $162 + $15 materials fee = $177Minimum Enrollment: 6; Maximum Enrollment: 15This class is an introduction to building model rockets and understanding the basics of rocket propulsion. Each student will build a model rocket from a kit and, weather and other conditions permitting, will get a chance to launch his or her rocket. The class will also incorporate a brief history of space exploration and the U.S. space program.

Build an Italian Restaurant with Mrs. CarlucciTeacher: Arlene Carlucci, SHS Substitute TeacherAge: 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th gradersDates: Tuesdays, February 24 - March 31 (6 weeks)Time: 3:45– 4:45 p.m. Fee: $162 + $15 materials fee = $177Minimum Enrollment: 5; Maximum Enrollment: 25Have you ever wondered what it would be like to open and own your own restaurant? Take Mrs. Carlucci’s class and you will find out! Each week we will explore one element of designing and operating a real restaurant. We’ll discuss what KIND of Italian restaurant to open. What should it look like? What kind of food should be served? What will the menu look like? What will the uniforms for the servers be? Most important of all--- What will our food be? In this hands-on class we will be learning all of the above and in our final class we will have REAL customers that will eat our food and see what great cooks and servers we are! You will learn the restaurant business from the “inside” and leave with secret Carlucci family recipes. Come join the fun and eat some amazing food along the way! Mrs. Carlucci has been in the restaurant business for over 30 years and is excited to share her experience with you!

Beginning Acoustic Guitar Lessons

Teacher: Jennifer Swillinger, Library and Science Lab AssistantAge: 1st – 6th gradersDates: Tuesdays, February 24 - March 31 (6 weeks)Time: 4:15 - 5:00 pm or  5:00-5:45pmFee: $372Note: You do not have to contact Ms. Swillinger in order to arrange for timeslot. Select your desired timeslot as it appears during online registration.Students will enjoy learning and playing guitar and singing American folk, popular, and children’s songs.  Chords including A, E, D, C, G, F, Am, and Em will be introduced as well as several versatile and basic strums.  Each student will need to provide her/his own acoustic guitar.  Nylon strings are recommended.  Practice between classes is essential.

Wednesday After School Classes

Sacred Heart LEGO Team K-1Teacher: Brittany Gibson, Kindergarten Teacher Age: Kindergarten & 1st gradersDates: Wednesdays, February 25 -March 25 (5 weeks)Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Fee: $135 + $65 materials fee = $200Minimum Enrollment: 5; Maximum Enrollment: 30Grab a friend and join the fun of building with Legos! Students will work together or free build a new Lego set every week with Ms. Gibson. No building experience required!

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Caldecott Book ClubTeacher: Arlene Carlucci, SHS Substitute TeacherAge: Kindergarten & 1st gradersDates: Wednesdays, February 25 - March 25 (5 weeks)Time: 3:45– 4:45 p.m. Fee: $135 + $15 materials fee = $150Minimum Enrollment: 5; Maximum Enrollment: 25Using Caldecott Award winning picture books, club members will be introduced to the broad concepts of participating in a book club.  At the start of each meeting, Mrs. Carlucci will read with club members from a selection of Caldecott honored picture books. A short discussion on characters, theme, art medium and color are some of the areas that might be discussed.  A craft project and special snack that ties in with the book will complete the book club experience. Mrs. Carlucci has been involved in a Mother/ Daughter Book Club with her own daughters since 1996. Her book club was even featured in the New York Times Magazine! She is passionate about children’s books and is excited to share that enthusiasm with your child!

Cartoon DrawingTeacher: Diana Cortez, Primary School Art TeacherAge: Kindergarten – 4th gradersDates: Wednesdays, February 25 - March 25 (5 weeks)Times: 3:45 – 5:00 p.m.Fee:  $135+ $40 materials fee = $175Minimum Enrollment: 5; Maximum Enrollment: 20If you love to doodle and draw funny characters (or have ever wanted to) this class is for you.  Students will learn the fundamentals of cartooning by creating their own group of cartoon characters, building confidence with their fine motor skills through sketch, drawings and coloring.

Spanish Through the ArtsTeacher: Clarisa Vela, Primary School Spanish TeacherAge: 1st, 2nd & 3rd gradersDates: Wednesdays, February 25 - March 25 (5 weeks)Time: 3:45 - 4:45 p.m.Fee:  $135Minimum Enrollment: 4; Maximum Enrollment: 10This program will develop and enhance communicative abilities of Spanish using arts, drama, songs and crafts as a means to practice the language. The teaching will be organized around the practice of the four skills: speaking, reading, understanding and writing, plus a cultural component to learn about the cultures of Spanish speaking countries. A hands-on methodology will be implemented in the classes.

Knifty KnittingTeacher: Donna M. Palicka, President, Sister-Arts Studio, Inc.Age: 2nd, 3rd, & 4th gradersDates: Wednesdays, February 25 - March 25 (5 weeks)Time: 3:45 - 4:45 p.m.Fee: $135 + $35 materials fee = $170Minimum Enrollment: 4; Maximum Enrollment: 10Sister-Arts Studio is proud to teach you the love of knitting.Knitting is relaxing and meditative! Beginning or advanced knitters will learn new skills. Beginning knitters will learn the basics; slip knit, cast on, knit stitch and bind off. Typical beginners knit flat items such as a scarf or small afghan square. Advanced knitters will learn to knit in the round and make a hat with circular needles. Join Knifty Knitters…..you'll love it!

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Intermediate Guitar LessonsTeacher: Randi RussoAge: 3rd – 8th gradersDates: Wednesdays, February 25 - March 25 (5 weeks)Time: (45 minute lessons) Lessons are offered from 3:30 – 5:45p.m. Fee: $ 310 + $15 class booklet = $325Important: Please arrange time with teacher before registering for class by contacting: info@guitarwithrandi.com.For students who have completed Beginners Guitar or have previous experience with open chords and basic strumming patterns. In this class, students will take their guitar playing to the next levelby learning barre chords, basic lead guitar techniques/soloing, note-reading, tablature, finger style guitar, creative songwriting and more! Students will learn new skills and techniques by learning the songs that they love, with focus on rock/pop/folk songs.

Thursday After School Classes

The Great Magic Class! Teacher: Gabriela Zarate, Primary School Teacher Assistant Age: Kindergarten – 2nd graders Dates: Thursdays, February 26 - March 26 (5 weeks)Time: 3:45-4:45 p.m. Fee: $135+ $20 materials fee = $155Minimum Enrollment: 4; Maximum Enrollment: 20Learn magic tricks and develop your magic skills through the introduction of What is Magic and Illusion, with appearing birthday candles, floating objects, and a variety of arts. Each week students will learn new tricks to share with their family and friends! The class will end with a "graduation day".

Brain GamesTeacher: Diana Cortez, Primary School Art Teacher

Age: Kindergarten – 4th gradersDates: Thursdays, February 26 - March 26 (5 weeks)Times: 3:45 – 5:00 p.m.Fee:  $135+ $20 materials fee = $155Minimum Enrollment: 5; Maximum Enrollment: 20Join Mrs. Cortez to stretch your brain development through fun games developing mental skills, such as critical thinking, logic, memory, decision making, problem solving, and social skills. Come to relax and play game boards with your friends. Some of the games are Brain Quest, Chinese and Traditional Checkers, Fifth Gear, ITrax, Mental Blox, Spot It, Gathering a Garden, traditional and modern games. Snacks and prizes will be given. Everyone is a winner! The students will create their own game to bring home.

Sacred Heart LEGO Team 2-3Teacher: Brittany Gibson, Kindergarten Teacher Age: 2nd - 3rd gradersDates: Thursdays, February 26 - March 26 (5 weeks)Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Fees: $135 + $65 materials fee = $200Minimum Enrollment: 5; Maximum Enrollment: 20Grab a friend and join the fun of building with Legos! Students will work together or free build a new Lego set every week with Ms. Gibson. No building experience required!

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Junior Science Olympiads (non-competitive)Teacher: Jennifer Swillinger, Library and Science Lab AssistantAge: 3rd, 4th & 5th gradersDates: Thursdays, February 26 - March 26 (5 weeks)Time: 4:15 - 5:30 pmFee: $135 + $30 materials fee = $165Minimum Enrollment: 4; Maximum Enrollment: 10Students will plan, design, and construct awesome solutions to inquiry projects in science and engineering. By working in small teams, you will collaborate on in-depth, hands-on activities.  This will be loads of fun!

Robotics with LegosTeachers: Christina De La Pena, SHS Director of TechnologyLexi Pond, Middle School Science Teacher Inez Woody, Technology Integration SpecialistAge: 5th , 6th, 7th & 8th GradersDates: Thursdays, February 26 - March 26 (5 weeks)Time: 3:45-5 p.m.Fee: $135 + $25 materials fee = $160Minimum Enrollment: 4; Maximum Enrollment: 10Building on skills learned in Robotics I, program robots using the LEGO™ Mindstorms NXT (or EV3) system.  Learn about advanced mechanical and software design, loops, conditional statements, problem solving and teamwork skills. Work in small groups, program and build your robot and rise to the challenge! Control the robot to avoid obstacles, pick up, carry objects and more. Projects are structured so that students work in an open-ended, investigative environment while having fun. Students who have not taken Robotics I are encouraged to sign up, we will help get you up to speed!

Piano Lessons Teacher: Camille WitosAge: K - 8th gradersDates: Thursdays, February 26 - March 26 (5 weeks)Time: (30 / 45 minute lessons)Lessons are offered from 3:30-6:00pm Fee: 30 minutes - $260 / 45 minutes - $355Important: Please arrange time with teacher before registering for class by contacting: cwitos@msn.com A Chicago native, Camille Witos is an active chamber musician and teacher. She established the Boulanger ensemble, which is dedicated to performing a lecture/recital of the lives and music of Lili and Nadia Boulanger. Ms. Witos has taught for many years in Chicago and on the North Shore. She is on the faculty of the Music Institute of Chicago, has been a faculty member at the DePaul University Community Music School, and has taught in London, England. She has written articles for Keyboard Companion magazine and frequently serves as an adjudicator for contests in the Chicago area. A mandatory Parent Orientation for all students new to SHS after school piano program..The Suzuki method is by far the most effective approach for nurturing and developing the musical ability of a child from a very young age. Based on Suzuki's "mother language" philosophy, very young children learn to play the piano through their senses after listening to recordings and observing how other children learn. A cooperative relationship between teacher, parent and student is essential for a successful learning process. A parent is expected to be present at the child's lesson and receive

training as a practice partner to the child.

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Intermediate Guitar Lessons

Teacher: Randi RussoAge: 3th – 8th gradersDates: Thursdays, February 26 - March 26 (5 weeks)Time: (45 minute lessons) Lessons are offered from 3:30 – 5:45p.m. Fee: $ 310+ $15 class booklet = $325Important: Please arrange time with teacher before registering for class by contacting: info@guitarwithrandi.com.For students who have completed Beginners Guitar or have previous experience with open chords and basic strumming patterns. In this class, students will take their guitar playing to the next levelby learning barre chords, basic lead guitar techniques/soloing, note-reading, tablature, fingerstyle guitar, creative songwriting and more! Students will learn new skills and techniques by learning the songs that they love, with focus on rock/pop/folk songs.

Friday After School Classes

The Art of PaintingTeacher: Diana Cortez, Primary School Art TeacherAge: Kindergarten, 1st -5th graders Dates: Fridays, February 27 - March 27 (5 weeks)Times: 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.Fee: $135 + $40 materials fee = $175Minimum Enrollment: 5; Maximum Enrollment: 20Come join Mrs. Cortez for a fun, relaxed painting class, where you will improve your fine motor and observation skills utilizing acrylic paint and blending colors and adding light and shadow. You will create a beautiful panting of your choice that you and your family will enjoy for many years.

Create-a-PlayTeacher: Staff from Lil’ Buds Theatre Company Age: Kindergarten - 2nd gradersDates: Fridays, February 27 - March 27 (5 weeks)Time: 2:45 – 3:45 p.m.Fee: $135Minimum Enrollment: 12; Maximum Enrollment: 20 Li’l Buds Teaching Artists will write an original short play based on the students selected theme. Students will learn and hone their acting skills through improv games and character creation exercises. Afterwards, they will spend time learning about the rehearsal process.  The class will end with a presentation of the students original play.

Tourin' Round the USA Teachers: Jonathan Stopyra & Stephanie Combs Kindergarten Teaching Assistants Age: Kindergarten, 1st , 2nd & 3rd gradersDates: Fridays, February 27 - March 27 (5 weeks) Time: 2:45 – 3:45p.m. Fee: $135+ $10 materials fee = $145Minimum Enrollment: 4; Maximum Enrollment: 30You might live in America, but how much do you really know about it? Come join Mr. Stopyra and Ms. Combs for a whirlwind tour around the good ol’ U.S.A. as we play crazy games and build art to help us learn about a different state or part of America every week. Learn a Texan square dance one week, make Rhode Island seashell art the next, and even finish a Rocky Mountain obstacle course if you still have energy to burn. In a country as diverse as ours the possibilities for fun and learning are endless—sign up to join us for the ride!

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Jewelry DesignTeacher: Jenny Doherty, Former SHS Middle School Art Teacher Age: 1st - 4th gradersDates: Fridays, February 27 - March 27 (5 weeks)Time: 2:45 - 3:45 p.m.Fee: $135 + $10 materials fee = $145Minimum Enrollment: 5; Maximum Enrollment: 12Students will design and complete three or more pieces of jewelry using a variety of materials and techniques. Bracelets, pendants, and charms will be featured in this fun and creative class. Learn several techniques while experimenting with beads, clay, wire, and other jewelry making materials. Completed pieces can be worn or given as gifts!

Beginning Acoustic Guitar Lessons

Teacher: Jennifer Swillinger, Library and Science Lab AssistantAge: 1st – 6th gradersDates: Fridays, February 27 - March 27 (5 weeks)Time: 4:15 - 5:00 pm or  5:00-5:45pmFee: $310

Note: You do not have to contact Ms. Swillinger in order to arrange for timeslot. Select your desired timeslot as it appears during online registration.

Students will enjoy learning and playing guitar and singing American folk, popular, and children’s songs.  Chords including A, E, D, C, G, F, Am, and Em will be introduced as well as several versatile and basic strums.  Each student will need to provide her/his own acoustic guitar.  Nylon strings are recommended.  Practice between classes is essential.

Piano Lessons Teacher: Camille WitosAge: K – 8th gradersDates: Fridays, February 27 - March 27 (5 weeks)Time: (30 / 45 minute lessons)Lessons are offered from 3:30-6:00pm Fee: 30 minutes - $260 / 45 minutes - $355 Important: Please arrange time with teacher before registering for class by contacting: cwitos@msn.com A Chicago native, Camille Witos is an active chamber musician and teacher. She established the Boulanger ensemble, which is dedicated to performing a lecture/recital of the lives and music of Lili and Nadia Boulanger. Ms. Witos has taught for many years in Chicago and on the North Shore. She is on the faculty of the Music Institute of Chicago, has been a faculty member at the DePaul University Community Music School, and has taught in London, England. She has written articles for Keyboard Companion magazine and frequently serves as an adjudicator for contests in the Chicago area. A mandatory Parent Orientation for all students new to SHS after school piano program..The Suzuki method is by far the most effective approach for nurturing and developing the musical ability of a child from a very young age. Based on Suzuki's "mother language" philosophy, very young children learn to play the piano through their senses after listening to recordings and observing how other children learn. A cooperative relationship between teacher, parent and student is essential for a successful learning process. A parent is expected to be present at the child's lesson and receive

training as a practice partner to the child.

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