School Life

After School Program

The Calvary Christian School After School Program is offered to enrolled students in Transitional Kindergarten through eighth grade. There are 3 sessions during the school year. Classes will be offered Monday through Friday.  ASP runs from 3:00 to 4:15 pm, and a snack is provided. A variety of classes are offered including sports, homework clubs, Accelerated Reader, performing arts and technology programs, chess, Lego robotics, and more! 

Classes are an hour long, with carpool beginning at 4:15 and ending at 4:30. You can pick up your child in the Preschool parking lot beginning at 4:15.

Please contact Shay Talboys with any questions.


 

Cougar Club is offered Monday through Friday!

Cougar Club is offered as a flexible after-school program for TK-8th Grade students. Cougar Club provides after-school care Monday through Friday until 5:00. This is the perfect opportunity for children to do homework and have some extra study time on an as-needed basis. Please note, there will be adult supervision and some homework help, but tutoring services will not be provided during Cougar Club.  Younger children and older children will be in designated areas to allow for study time and play time in age-appropriate ways. You can buy a Cougar Club Pass for each trimester for $550 per child, or for the full year for $1500. We hope this eases the afternoon schedule for working parents and those who have children participating in different activities.  Please contact Ale Gomez with any questions.  Click links below to register now.

ASP Dates

Our three ASP Sessions for the 2023-2024 school year:
  • Session 1 begins September 11th 
    • 10-week session, most classes are $315
  • Session 2 begins January 8th
    • 8-week session, most classes are $250
  • Session 3 begins March 25th
    • 8-week session, most classes are $250

2023 Trimester 1 ASP Classes 

Tuesdays & Fridays


Class name: ASP Musical - Elf Jr.
Teachers: Ms. Cash, Ms. Doke, Mr. Heidari, and Mrs. Palmer 
Grade Level: 3rd-8th
Day of the week: Tuesdays and Fridays, 3pm-5pm
Cost: $675
This is a fun show to get us all into the Christmas spirit a little early this year!  We need lots of kids to pull it off, and we will have a blast together!  The show is based on the family favorite holiday film, but has been adjusted for younger performers. The performances will be held on November 15th! ***minimum of 30 kids are required to sign up for the class to take place
Auditions will be held on September 7th, with some students having callbacks on September 8th. You will choose your audition time slot as part of the registration process. 
Click Here to Register and Sign-up for your Audition Time


Tuesdays & Thursdays

Class name: BIG Monster Mandarin
Teacher: Ms. Zoey (outside vendor)
zoey@monstermandarin.com
Administrative Support: Paul Sri 
Days/Times: Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 3:15-3:55pm
Price: $960
Grade Levels: K-2nd 
BIG Monster Mandarin is a play-based, immersive learning experience for kids of all ages. Whether your kids are already fluent or just starting out, they'll end up having a blast learning Mandarin with our amazing teachers. Come join us for arts & crafts, singing & dancing, story time, science experiments, and board games -- all in Mandarin!


Mondays

Class Name: Clay Art 
Teacher: Ms. Daniela (Preschool assistant teacher)
Grade Level: K-3rd
Day of the week: Mondays 
Cost: $315
In this hands-on class, students will learn to press, roll and pinch to transform a simple slab of clay into wonderful artistic sculptures. Using air-dry clay, students will create fun projects like colorful dioramas, detailed masks, texture collages, and even jewelry! This class promotes hands-on skills and expands the imagination in fun and educational ways.
 
Class name: Calvary Robotics Team
Teacher: Mr. Rapo (Innovation teacher)
Grade Levels: 4th - 8th
Day of the week: Mondays
Cost: $315
Come participate in an exciting adventure here at Calvary! This first trimester, students will focus on programming for specific challenges by combining skills in design, coding, and presentation. We have a new challenge set to work with, which means that the robot will be designed to meet over 10 specific challenges including lifting, moving, turning, sensing, and rotating. Points will be issued for each challenge completed.   
Our team will have at least 1 qualifying competition with other schools in November. Students will develop skills in programming, communication, planning and executing, teamwork, and research. Students will also get a Calvary Robotics league t-shirt to wear during Spirit Days! 
 
Class Name: Homework Club
Teacher: Mrs. Parks (2nd grade teacher)
Grade Level: 2nd-5th
Day of the week: Mondays
Cost: $315
Do your kids struggle to get motivated to work on their homework at home? Is there a power struggle between the parents and kids in your home that begins as soon as the backpack is unzipped? Would your child like a little homework help, but private tutoring is more than they need? Homework club is the place for them. This is a time and place where your children can work on their homework assignments for the week with teacher help if needed. They can also read (and have reading logs signed), practice math facts, and work on longer term projects while having the opportunity to ask questions and get support. 
Note: This is not one-on-one private tutoring, and all ages and subject areas are welcome!
 
Class Name: Study Strategies & Homework Management
Teacher: Ms. Tanasijevich (5th grade assistant teacher)
Grade Level: 7th grade
Day of the week: Mondays
Cost: $315
Need help with organization, making study plans, getting homework done in an efficient manner, or studying properly for a test or quiz? Then this class is for you! This ASP will allow time for students to get organized and create a plan for their week ahead. 
Note: This is not one-on-one private tutoring.


Tuesdays

Class Name: Beast Math Academy 
Teacher: Mrs. Parks (2nd grade teacher)
Grade Level: 1st-5th
Day of the week: Tuesdays
Cost: $315
Utilizing the Beast Academy online learning platform and corresponding workbooks, this class will encourage your child to build their creative and critical mathematical thinking skills through complex problem solving, puzzles, and games. This class will provide students with engaging and rigorous math enrichment opportunities that are sure to support their development and mastery in math. 
 
Class Name: Ribbons on top!
Teacher: Yolanda Marques (1st grade teacher assistant)
Grade Level: 1st - 5th
Day of the week: Tuesdays
Cost: $315
For all arts and crafts and drawing enthusiasts out there, creativity awaits! We are not only going to create art, but use our art! We’ll start by turning plain white paper into beautiful wrapping paper. We are going to use our cutting and folding skills and a few maths skills to create amazing package designs topped off with paper flowers, folded butterflies and of course, a few ribbons on top! We'll learn how to fold our own gift bags, create gift tags and design the perfect note cards. We’ll fold envelopes with fun designs and might just finish it off with a sprinkle of glitter! Let’s get creative!!
 
Class name: Basketball Prep and Training
Teacher: Coach Coffey (PE teacher) 
Grade level: 1st-5th 
Day of the week: Tuesdays
Cost: $315
Basketball season is here! Kids will have the opportunity to learn, practice, play, and improve their basketball skills. First timers are welcome! This class is for those who enjoy the fun of playing the game!
 
Class Name: Bible Study 
Teacher: Mrs. Corbin (5th grade teacher)
Grade Level: 6th grade  
Day of the week: Tuesdays 
Cost: $315
Build upon all you learned in 5th grade and keep growing in your relationship with God and your peers. Together we’ll read scripture, devotionals, have discussions, engage in different spiritual practices, and cultivate a faith centered community full of fun & intentionality! 


Wednesdays

Class name: Calvary Orchestra
Teacher: The Orchestra Place (classes take place on Calvary campus)
Grade Levels: 1st-5th Grade
Day of the week: Wednesdays
All levels welcome and no experience required! Students will be grouped in classes of similar instruments and ages, where they will learn how to play their desired woodwind, brass, or string instrument (including ukulele and piano!). This program is designed to keep music FUN, so students should expect to play many familiar songs throughout the 25+ week program, in addition to learning the fundamentals of rhythm, harmony and traditional note reading. Smaller group classes will come together as one larger ensemble in the spring, culminating in a final year-end concert!

Class name: Games, Games, Games!
Teacher: Ms. Pacos (Preschool teacher)
Grade Level: K-2nd
Day of the week: Wednesdays  
Cost: $315
Games are not only a blast, but a wonderful way to learn too! Come enjoy games such as Monopoly, Jenga, Guess Who and more to strengthen memory, sportsmanship, and problem-solving skills. We will learn to play new games, enjoy old favorites and have lots of fun playing together! 
 
Class Name: CCS Cougars Cheerleading Squad
Teachers: Michelle Boehle (Cheer Mania)
Grade Levels: 1st - 5th
Day of the Week:  Wednesdays
Cost: $325
Calling all cheerleaders, gymnasts, performers and anyone with SCHOOL SPIRIT! Get ready to shake your pom poms and cheer for your team! Cheerleaders will learn proper cheer technique, create official Calvary school cheers, work on teamwork, while mastering stunts, tumbling and having a BLAST! Possible performances include Spirit Day and performing at a sports game!
 
Class Name: Costume Making!
Teacher: Ms. Bird (Culture Arts teacher)
Grade Level: 3rd - 6th
Day of the week: Wednesdays
Cost: $315
New to Calvary! Do you love to dress up in costumes? Do you love arts and crafts? Join us as we learn everything there is to make your own costume; costume/special effects makeup, designing specialty clothing, sculpting accessories, and more.


Thursdays

Class name: Art In Autumn- The Magic of Fall
Teacher: Mrs. Aguilera (TK Teacher & Art Garden)
Grade Level: TK-1st
Day of the week: Thursdays 
Cost: $315
Do you love art? Do you love all things Autumn? Pumpkins, caramel apples, apple cider, and more? Take your fall experience to the next level with hands-on art experiences, special snacks, and more! Students will create beautiful art pieces, and satisfy their senses with the ultimate sensory season of fall! We will work our way through the sensational season with apples and pumpkins, move on to creepy crawlers, and jack-o-lanterns, and end with fall art and express ourselves with Thanksgiving. This is a special art experience like no other and is limited to 11 students, get ready to experience the magic sparkle of fall! 
 
Class name: AR Reading! 
Teacher: Mrs. Blackwood (1st grade teacher)
Grade Levels: 1st - 3rd
Day of the week: Thursdays
Cost: $315
At Calvary we use a reading program called Accelerated Reader (AR) in grades 1-5. This class is the perfect opportunity for your child to become familiar with our AR program and become an expert at taking quizzes on books they've read. It is also a great chance for kids who want to get ahead and need time to take extra quizzes! This class will boost your child’s confidence in reading and allow them to practice independent reading in a relaxing and motivating environment. 
 
Class Name: Hip Hop
Teacher: Derek & Natalie (Palisades Studio)
Day of the week: Thursdays
Grade Levels: 2nd-5th
Cost: $315
Palisades Studio instructors use fresh and innovative choreography to equip dancers with the ability to perform the latest in Hip Hop dance. Dancers learn elements of musicality and body mechanics in a fun and encouraging atmosphere.  
 
Class name: Minecraft
Teacher: Mr. Rapo (Innovation teacher)
Grade Levels: 1st-5th
Day of the week: Thursdays
Cost: $315
Come participate in group Minecraft where players can collaborate with friends here at school as they build towns, cities, theme parks, stadiums, and other worlds! Mr. Rapo has full control over the content and interactions of all the players because it is Minecraft Edu (a platform for educators).
Maximum 20 participants.