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Welcome to the Spring session of After School Activities at Meadow Pond! We are a volunteer-run program by parents for the MPES community. 
 
 
Classes will proceed if minimum enrollment is reached. You will be notified if your chosen class will not run. An opportunity to enroll in another class will be provided.
 
  • Time: After school classes are from 3:45pm to 4:45pm.
  • After school dismissal procedure: At school dismissal, teachers/staff bring students enrolled in after school activities on that day to a monitor, who gets each student to his/her after school class. Parents/guardians pick up students at the Gym Entrance at 4:45pm sharp, where the monitor will check students out. Please note you do not need to send a dismissal note - once we finalize registration we share the final roster with Lynne at the school office, who manages daily dismissal. If you do NOT want your child to attend After School on a particular day, please make sure to change the dismissal details in Visitor Aware Dismissal Manager by noon of the day of.
  • Tardiness: If parents/caregivers are more than 10 minutes late for pick up more than once, we will cancel the student's participation. Thanks for understanding.
  • Make ups: If school closes or an instructor is out sick, we will do our best to schedule make up classes. In some instances, we may not be able to make classes up.
  • Nurse: Please note that during after school, we do not have access to the nurse or the nurse's office (for example, for accessing epi pens or asthma pumps.)
  • Conduct: If your child continually misbehaves and/or disrupts the class, after two warnings, he/she may be removed from the program. However, we have a zero tolerance policy for behavior that is unsafe or disrespectful, regardless if it’s aimed at a student, an instructor, or themself. In this case, the student will be removed immediately. In both cases, refunds will not be provided.
  • Families in need: Please contact Mrs. Barbara Milone for information on financial assistance
  • Support for students with special needs: The MPES PTO works very hard to make the After School program as welcoming as possible to all students at The Pond. If your child works with a medical aide during the school day and/or with an aide because of developmental delays or impairments, we would love to try to provide support to your child in an after school class. Please remember that we do not have access to your child’s IEP, and we will need to be informed about your child’s needs. We make every effort to provide nurturing and effective support for all students, but we cannot guarantee this offering. Once we determine that availability of our staff and how it aligns with the class or classes your child wishes to take, we will notify you on whether we can accommodate your child’s registration for the class. Please also note that the teachers in our program may not have experience working with students with special needs. We try to hire monitors for our program who have worked with students with needs in the past, but again, we cannot guarantee their certifications or professional history.
  • In case of an emergency, you can reach the ASA Monitor on site at 914-763-7966.
    Please note that this phone is only monitored during ASA hours and will not be answered during the regular school day. It is to be used for emergencies only, all other questions should be directed at mpesafterschool@gmail.com.
We hope your child finds an exciting activity to join!
 
Please email any questions to  mpesafterschool@gmail.com

 

 

Meadow Pond PTO After School Activities Course Catalog

*Spring 2026*

**All activities are after school unless otherwise indicated**

 

  

 

M O N D A Y S

 

 

Colorful Clay Creations (Grades K-5) 

We’ll explore the squishiness and stretchiness of clay while learning to mix colors, create textures, and build with simple shapes. Using creative mix-ins and other art materials, we’ll craft everything from animal figures to abstract sculptures.

 

Don’t wait too long! These clay classes have been selling out for three sessions in a row!

 

Spanish 4 Kids (K-5)

Continue learning with Spanish 4 Kids or join the squad and start your new language adventure! Students will immerse themselves in the new language through arts and crafts, science, fun games, songs, and engaging activities. The classes are taught by native speakers.

 

Beat Refinery - DJ & Music Production (Grades 3-5)

Geared toward older elementary students and up, Beat Refinery introduces students to DJing and music production, including beat-making, mixing, looping, and basic song structure. It’s very hands-on and creative, and students love making their own music while learning how modern songs are built.  

           

Basketball (K-2)

Calling all young hoop dreamers! Dribble, shoot, and score through high-energy games and skill-building challenges. Kids will learn passing, jump shots, defense, teamwork, and sportsmanship while having a blast. Make friends, gain confidence, and discover the superstar within. Join us for the ultimate basketball experience!

 

 

T U E S D A Y S

 

Art Laboratory (Grades K-5)  

This is the “everything” art class for those who love to try new things and experiment with different materials. We’ll explore painting, drawing, clay sculpture, marbling, slime, and more. We’ll work on a mix of fun process art techniques and guided step-by-step projects. 

 

The Grit Ninja (Grades K-5)

Spread the word! This class needs at least 16 students to run!

 

This dynamic ninja program is designed to build strength, agility, and confidence through a series of exciting challenges. Each week, participants will focus on mastering a new skill, with obstacles rotating regularly to keep things fresh and engaging. You'll encounter thrilling obstacles like the warped wall, grip gauntlet, cliffhanger, balance courses, and a conditioning station to improve endurance and overall fitness. As you progress, you'll develop the skills needed to tackle each obstacle with confidence and power. The curriculum is designed by professional ninja coaches, many of whom have competed on NBC's *American Ninja Warrior*. The program will culminate in an epic ninja competition, where you’ll have the chance to put all your hard-earned skills to the test in an exciting, high-energy finale! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced ninja, this program will challenge and inspire you every step of the way.

 

Lego Legends (Grades K-2)

Unleash your creativity brick by brick in our LEGO Legends Club! Explore weekly challenges inspired by the TV show 'LEGO Masters.' From constructing high-tech spaceships to build-to-destroy models, every session promises fun-filled activities that inspire innovation and teamwork. Students learn essential STEM concepts while honing their problem- solving skills and unleashing their inner architects. Whether you're a seasoned builder or just starting your brick journey, this club offers a vibrant space to explore, create, and connect! Includes take-home LEGO projects!

 

Acting for the Stage (Grades 2-5)

Our wonderful Pamela Stuart is back for another season of these popular acting classes! Through a series of theatre games and improvisations, children learn the fundamentals of acting for the stage. The theatre games and improvisations are designed to encourage confidence in self-expression, spontaneity, trust and respect while collaborating with others.

 

 

W E D N E S D A Y S

 

Chess (Grades K-5)

Looking for a fun way to help your child improve critical thinking, patience, sportsmanship, and problem-solving skills? This class is open to players of all levels, from beginners to those with tournament experience. Students will learn the rules and moves of the game, along with basic opening strategies. Players will be grouped by skill level to play supervised matches and sharpen their chess understanding by solving checkmate puzzles tailored to their individual level. They’ll also learn how to use chess clocks and record their moves.

 

Soccer (Grades K-5)

John Jay Futbol Club brings an energetic, player-centered approach to youth soccer, helping kids build skills that last far beyond the season. The program is designed to be accessible, engaging, and truly development-focused, shaping confident, well-rounded players in a supportive environment.

 

In this class, students will work on essential movement skills: gility, balance, and coordination, all while building physical literacy and confidence with the ball through fun, thoughtful, and age-appropriate activities.

 

Groups will be split by age if necessary.

 

Fashion Design: Create & Run the Runway! (Grades 2-5)

In this creative, hands-on class, students will explore the basics of fashion design through fun projects that encourage imagination and personal style. Throughout the session, young designers will sketch ideas, experiment with materials, and learn how clothing can be redesigned in new and exciting ways.

 

This session, students will be offered to complete an upcycling project, where they can bring in used clothing items to cut, combine, and transform into brand-new designs, all while learning about creativity and sustainability.

 

The session will build up to a Fashion Show for parents, where students will proudly present their creations!

 

  

T H U R S D A Y S

 

Minecraft: Coding & Architecture (Grades 3-5)

In Minecraft: Coding & Architecture, students explore the worlds of design, construction, and computer science. From building animal habitats and futuristic cities to coding random parkour courses and roller coasters, this class blends architecture and programming in a collaborative setting. Along the way, students learn coding with MakeCode, practice architectural thinking, and complete challenges that build logic, teamwork, and digital design skills, all inside the world of Minecraft Education. All new projects and no repeats from the fall or winter sessions!

 

Golf (Grades K-2)

Brought to Meadow Pond by the TGA! TGA has developed a program curriculum designed to develop the next generation of young players’ skills and passion for the game. We teach and develop the fundamentals: grip, forehand, backhand, volley and serve. We use equipment and courts tailored to the size and ability of young players making it easier for kids to hold, swing, and connect with the ball. Keep swinging!

 

Fun with Music (Grades K-2)

Designed primarily for K–2 students, this class builds a strong musical foundation through games, movement, rhythm activities, and group singing. Students explore basic musical concepts like beat, melody, and dynamics in a fun, engaging, and age-appropriate way. No prior music experience is needed.

 

Photography (Grades 3-5)

This class introduces students to the basic concepts and terminology of photography while building their creativity, observation, and critical thinking skills through small, engaging projects.

 

Throughout the session, students will practice looking at the world like photographers and experiment with different ways to capture images.

 

The class will lead up to a Photography Exhibition, where parents are invited to come and enjoy the work presented by the young artists.

 

 

F R I D A Y S

 

Karate (Grades K-5)

Join the squad or continue learning the basics of Kempo Karate!  Helping to build confidence, discipline, focus, and self-defense skills in an exciting and structured environment, all while keeping the kids active and engaged! Brought to us by Legacy Martial Arts of Ridgefield, this class will be taught by Headmaster Wolff himself!

 

Science: Biology + Engineering = Body Explorers! (Grades K-5)

How do muscles move bones? How do lungs fill with air? In this engaging biology class, students investigate body systems through gentle dissection demonstrations and fun engineering challenges. By creating working models of body structures, children see how structure and function connect, just like real scientists and inventors. Perfect for curious learners who love to ask “How does that work?” 

 

 

 

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Spring 2026 ASA Calendar