After School
School Age Children (4-10)Our after school program brings students together to learn and grow through camp-like activities and optional enrichment classes.

Overview
The EDCJCC After School program offers a fun, supportive environment where students can learn, grow, and make new friends every day. After a walk from Ross Elementary School, students can work on homework or reading, enjoy supervised play and movement activities that keep them active and engaged, and play board games or do arts and crafts with their friends. Students can also choose to enroll in a specialized class like swim, robotics, chess, and more to help develop new skills in a fun, hands-on way.
After School at the EDCJCC is the perfect balance of learning, fun, and exploration!
There are different options each day (learn more below!), and students can attend one, two, or all five days per week. Students must be picked up at the EDCJCC by 6:00 PM.
Dates and Rates
Spring 2025 Dates
Monday, March 31, 2025–Tuesday, June 17
3:30 PM–6:00 PM
Ross Elementary School students will be picked up at dismissal; students who do not attend Ross can be dropped off at 3:30 PM.
If you are interested in enrolling your child in only an enrichment class, without full participation in After School, please reach out to Arielle Bodner at abodner@edcjcc.org.
Please see the downloadable calendar below for dates that after school programming will not be held.
Spring 2025 Rates
Members: $290-$390
Non-Members: $265-$435
Cost of After School varies depending on day of the week. Please click here to see the full schedule of options and prices.
Interested in working in our after school program – or know someone who is?
Reach out to Arielle Bodner at abodner@edcjcc.org.
After School Classes
Click the title of each class to learn more about it.
Enrichment classes typically begin at 4:00 PM; students in these classes are automatically enrolled in the Traditional After School programming before and after their class.
All Grades (3:00-6:00 PM)
At this camp-style program, students can enjoy free play, arts and crafts, board games, and other organized activities. This option is perfect for families looking for a flexible, relaxed environment for their child after school.
All Grades
Enrichment Class Time: 4:00-5:00 PM (T, TH, F)
Enrichment Class Time: 4:30-5:30 PM (M, W)
Jump into the pool and have fun while building swim skills! This class is perfect for students of all levels, whether they’re just starting out or looking to improve their technique. Swimmers are assessed at the beginning of the session and divided into beginner, intermediate, or advanced groups based on their current ability and comfort in the water. We’ll focus on water safety, basic strokes, and improving swimming techniques. Whether students are learning to float and kick or refining their freestyle and backstroke, this class will help build their confidence and swimming abilities.
Beginner Karate (Pre-K4-1st Grade)
Enrichment Class Time: 4:00-4:30 PM
In this class, students will learn the basics of karate in a fun and friendly environment. Through games and simple moves, students will work on improving coordination, focus, and self-discipline while gaining confidence. It’s a great introduction to martial arts that also teaches respect and teamwork.
Intermediate Karate (2nd-5th Grade)
Enrichment Class Time: 4:30-5:00 PM
For students with some karate experience, this class helps take their skills to the next level. Students will refine their techniques, improve flexibility and strength, and learn new moves. Along the way, they’ll also focus on building confidence, discipline, and teamwork.
All Grades
Enrichment Class Time: 4:00-5:00 PM
Let students’ imaginations soar in this creative writing and storytelling class! They will learn how to create characters, tell stories, and express their ideas through writing. Whether it’s crafting a short story or sharing a tale with the group, this class encourages creativity while building writing and communication skills.
Beginner Gymnastics (Pre-K4-1st Grade)
Enrichment Class Time: 3:45-4:15 PM
This class is perfect for students who are just starting to explore gymnastics. They’ll work on basic skills like balance, coordination, and strength through fun activities and challenges. It’s a great way for students to improve motor skills and build confidence in a safe, supportive setting.
Intermediate Gymnastics (2nd-5th Grade)
Enrichment Class Time: 4:15-4:45 PM
For students who are ready for a challenge, this class focuses on building strength, flexibility, and gymnastics skills. They’ll practice moves like handstands, cartwheels, and tumbling in a fun and supportive environment.
All Grades
Enrichment Class Time: 4:00-5:00 PM
In this art class, students will explore different creative techniques like drawing, painting, and expressing themselves through art. Led by Ms. Rayna, students will develop their artistic skills while being encouraged to think outside the box and tap into their imaginations.
Beginner Chess (Pre-K4-1st Grade)
Enrichment Class Time: 3:45-4:20 PM
Ready to checkmate? This class is the perfect way for younger students to learn how to play chess. They’ll start with the basics, learning how the pieces move and simple strategies to win the game. Chess helps improve problem-solving skills and critical thinking, all while being fun and engaging!
Intermediate Chess (2nd-5th Grade)
Enrichment Class Time: 4:20-5:00 PM
This class is for students who already know the basics of chess and want to improve their game. They’ll learn more advanced strategies, like opening moves and checkmate patterns, and play lots of games to practice what they’ve learned. It’s a great way to sharpen chess skills and become a better player!
All Grades
Enrichment Class Time: 4:00-5:00 PM
Mad Science is all about making science exciting! In this hands-on class, students will dive into cool experiments and activities that explore everything from chemistry to physics. They’ll have the chance to create their own science projects and discover how science works in the world around them.
Beginner Ballet (Pre-K4-1st Grade)
Enrichment Class Time: 3:45-4:15 PM
A fun and engaging class for kids new to ballet! Dancers will learn basic positions, movements, and simple steps while developing balance, coordination, and confidence in a supportive environment.
Intermediate Ballet (2nd-5th Grade)
Enrichment Class Time: 4:15-4:45 PM
Designed for kids who are ready to build on their ballet skills! This class focuses on technique, flexibility, and strength while introducing more complex steps like turns, leaps, and longer dance sequences.
Beginner Lego Robotics (Pre–K-1st Grade)
Enrichment Class Time: 3:45-4:45 PM
In this fun class, students will use LEGO bricks to build their own robots! They’ll learn the basics of robotics by creating motorized models and programming them to do cool things. It’s a great way to introduce students to STEM concepts while letting them use their imagination to bring their creations to life.
Intermediate Lego Robotics (2nd-5th Grade)
Enrichment Class Time: 4:45-5:45 PM
For students who love to build and tinker, this class takes LEGO robotics to the next level. Students will create more advanced robots using motors and sensors, then program them to perform different tasks. It’s a hands-on way to learn about coding and engineering while having fun with LEGO!
All Grades
Enrichment Class Time: 4:00-4:30 PM
In this class, students will learn the basics of American Sign Language, including how to sign common words and phrases. Students will develop basic signing skills they can use in everyday life.
Meet the Team

Arielle Bodner
Director of Operations for Early Childhood, Youth, and Family

Willa Cohen
Director of School Aged Programming

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