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Pre-K Ages 3 to 5
After School Programs 3 Years to Grade 8


Pre-K Alternative

Fall Semester:Monday, September 13, 2009 to Friday, January 28, 2011
Winter/Spring Semester: Monday, January 31st to Friday, May 27, 2011

* Children MUST be potty-trained to drop off

Welcome to Kids Body & Spirit at Rutgers Church

ART

Advanced Handprints & Family Handprints
See description on
Toddler Program Web-page.

Once Upon an Artist 50 minutes for 3.5 - 5 year olds (drop off *)
75 minutes for 4.5 to 7 year olds , 4th floor

Taught by Taught by Lesley Countryman and Cindy Schaffer
Meet Jackson Pollack, Henri Matisse, Georgia O'Keefe and more! A chance for children to learn about famous artists while enjoying creating their own work. A project based on a specific artist or medium will be offered each week, along with free time for each child to explore with materials of his/her own choosing.

Crafty Kids 50 minutes, room 202
Taught by Elida Jbaily, 5-8 years (drop-off*)
A fun and interactive class that develops your child's craft making skills. Children will be able to learn how to use various mediums while assembling projects as diverse as robots, airplanes, jewelry making and puppets.

Art With Cindy & Lesley 75 minutes 5 - 8 years, 4th floor
Taught by Taught by Lesley Countryman and Cindy Schaffer
Enjoy the afternoon fun in the Art Studio. We will be studying different artist, playing with new materials and making crafts!

DANCE

Once Upon A Ballet 50 minutes, Blue Room
Taught by Louisa Plous or Somer Adams, 3.5-6 yrs (drop-off*)
A gentle, nurturing class that combines music and movement, allowing children to use their imagination as they learn the fundamentals of dance and develop coordination in an environment that promotes self esteem and encourages individuality.

Tap up to 50 minutes, Fellowship Hall
Taught by Somer Adams, 4-7 yrs (drop-off*)
For children interested in developing dance technique in a nurturing environment. Tap basics, both rhythm and Broadway technique & terminology.

Broadway Babies up to 50 minutes, Blue Room
Taught by Somer Adams, 4-7 yrs (drop-off*)
An introduction to all types of movement related to Musical Theatre Dance for children with some previous dance experience.

Happy Feet 1 hour, Blue Room
Taught by Somer Adams, 3-4.5 yrs (drop-off*)
This class is an introduction to three dance forms: Tap, Ballet and Jazz. Children will get a sampling each week of 20 minutes each teaching children the fun and enjoyment of movement, through basic technique, rhythm, terminology and fundamentals of dance and coordination all promoting self esteem and individuality.

Ballet 1 1 hour, Blue Room
Taught by Somer Adams, 4.5-6 years (drop-off*)
For children interested in developing Ballet Technique in a nurturing environment. Ballet Basic terminology for those ageing out of our younger program.

THEATER ARTS

Once Upon a Story 50 minutes, Blue Room
Taught by Elida Jbaily, 3.5-5 yrs (drop-off*)
A creative storytelling class built around a specific book selected weekly. Children act out the story together after helping to construct simple costumes, props & scenery. Stories include popular picture books & classic folk and fairy tales from around the world.

Dragons + Knights 50 minutes, room 202
Taught by Monika Fisher & Elida Jbaily, Grades K-1. Offered for 4 year olds as well.
Children will enter into the world of castles, queens, and knights. Using their imagination, through folk tales and legends, they will go back in time to study castle building, medieval life, chivalry, magic, famous Arthurian legends and more.

Musical Theater 40 minutes, Fellowship hall, 40 minutes Blue room
Taught by Monika Fisher, Elida Jbaily & Somer Adams, Grades K-1 and 2-4 (drop-off*)
This workshop will incorporate all aspects of musical theatre including dance, voice, acting, set design, costumes, and props. Class will culminate in a performance by the children

Princesses & Fairytales 50 minutes, Blue Room
Taught by Elida Jbaily & Somer Adams, 3.5 - 5 yeras (drop-off*)
This class introduces your child to the wonderful world of fairytales. During the semester your child will learn about Princess manners and movements, tea parties, jewelry making and unexplored stories from around the world.

MUSIC

Group Piano 30 minutes, 1st and 5th floors
Taught by Vibe Normann-Clausen, 3 yrs+
(drop off with approval of instructor)
Introduce students to musical language, theory and technique, while playing an instrument and building self-confidence. A great foundation. Classes conducted in groups of 3.


SOCCER

Pre-K Soccer 45 minutes, Gym
Taught by Coach Fher, 3-4 years
A well outlined class for beginners who want the rudiments of soccer in a nurturing environment. Learning skills while having fun chasing tails and maneuvering the soccer ball in drills that they think are games!

Soccer 55 minutes, Gym
Taught by Coach Fher, 4-9 years
Classes available November—March while we can't play outside. Learn skills and team work. Some classes are taught in the Spanish Language. See schedule for details.

YOGA

Kids Yoga 50 minutes, Daniel Russell room
Taught by Monika Fisher, 4-6 years+
(drop off with approval of instructor)
This fun and creative class is empowering to children’s self-esteem as they discover their strength and flexibility. In addition, they will cultivate focus through breath awareness and relaxation exercises in a nurturing environment.

COMPUTER

Odds & Ends for Kids 1 hour, Computer Lab
Taught by Vyvette Altaras, Grades 4-8 years, 10 weeks
Classes are limited to 6 students. [We can add days and times.] Having difficulty figuring out what to do with different programs on your computer such as Keyboarding, Power Point, Microsoft Word, and more? Here is help! Finally, away to earn how to use the computer to your ADVANTAGE! Don't feel lost anymore!

Photoshop for Children 1 hour, Computer Lab
Taught by Vyvette Altaras, Grades 4-8 years, 10 weeks
Classes are limited to 6 students.
Children will be able to explore digital imaging through the Adobe Photoshop environment. The class will progress the student’s skills from basic application knowledge to advanced image manipulation techniques. Students are expected to have some computer experience and be familiar with basic functions of the computer before beginning the class.

Create-A-Class

If you want a class organized for you at a specific time, make a request!
We need a minimum of five students
(3 for piano).

Birthday Parties ...
available through the Body & Spirit Program.
Saturday Afternoons
ART PARTIES
GYM PARTIES

Design your party in the Gym Call Diane for details



PRE-K AND AFTERSCHOOL RATES & SCHEDULE 2010-2011
Inquire About Financial Assistance!

Registration Information

DayTimeCodeAge (yrs)ClassFallSpringFull Year
Monday 12:45
12:00
3:30
3:30
3:30
4:00
4:50
4:30
4:30
MS1
MBB
MAS2
MA4
MCL
MB1
MBB
MA5
MAS3
3-4
2.5-3
4.5
All ages
Gr.4-8
4.5-6
4.5-6
All ages
5.5-6.5
Pre-K Soccer
Ballet Babies
Soccer 11/15-3/28
Family Handprints
Computr 10 Weeks
Ballet 1*
Broadway Babies*
Family Handprints
Spanish Soccer 11/15-3/28
$480
$320
$480
$480
$300
$320
$320
$480
$480
$450
$300
 
$450
$300
$300
$300
$450
 
$900
$900
 
$870
 
$600
$600
$870
 
Tuesday 10:30
11:15
2:00
2:30
3:00
3:30
3:30
3:30
3:40
3:45
4:00
4:30
4:30
TOUB1
TA3
THF1
TAS1
TOUB2
TY01
TAS2
TA4
TCL
TCK
TB1
TA5
TJ5
3.5-4.5
3 yrs.+
3-4
4-5
3-4
4-6
6-7
All ages
Gr. 4-8
5-8
4.5-6
All ages
3.5-4.5
Once Upon A Ballet
Adv. Handprints
Happy Feet
Soccer 11/16—3/29
Once Upon A Ballet
Kids Yoga
Soccer 11/16—3/29
Family Handprints
Computer 10 Weeks
Crafty Kids
Ballet 1
Family Handprints
Soccer 11/16—3/29
$360
$540
$360
$510
$360
$540
$510
$540
$300
$580
$360
$540
$510
$320
$480
$320
 
$320
$480
 
$480
$300
$20
$320
$480
 
$660
$960
$660
 
$660
$960
 
$960
 
$1070
$660
$960
 
Wednesday9:00
9:45
10:00
10:00
11:30
12:30
1:00
1:00
1:30
2:00
2:30
3:30
3:30
3:45
4:00
3:40
4:15
4:30
WECP1
WM1
WECP2
WOUB1
WM3
WPS12
WOUA
WOUB2
WPS1
WHF1
WPS2
WAS1
WAS2
WCCP
WCM1
WT1
WT2
WAS2
4+
3-4
4
4-5
3+
3-4
4+
3-4
4-5
3-4
4-5
7-8
3+

5-8
5-8
4-5
5-7
6-7
Once Upon An Artist
Group Piano
Soccer
Once Upon a Ballet
Group Piano
Pre-K Soccer 11/17-3/30
Once Upon An Artist
Once Upon a Ballet
Pre-K Soccer 11/17-3/30
Happy Feet
Pre-K Soccer
Soccer 11/17-3/30
Pre-K Soccer 11/17-3/30
Art w/Cindy & Lesley
Dragons/Knights
Beginner Tap
Intermediate Tap
Spanish Soccer 11/17-3/30
$510
$510
$510
$340
$510
$480
$510
$340
$480
$340
$510
$480
$480

$540
$510
$340
$340
$480
$480
$480
$480
$320
$480
 
$480
$320
 
$320
$480 
 
 
$510
$480
$320
$320
$960
$960
$960
$640
$960
 

$960
$640
 
$640
$960
 
 
$1020
$960
$640
 
Thursday 1:00
1:00
2:00
2:30
3:00
3:30
3:30
3:30
3:30
3:45
4:00
4:30
4:30
5:00
RUA1
RPKS1
RUAB
RPS2
RM4
RM5
RMT1
RMT2
RAS1
RA4
RM5
RM6
RAS2
RM7
3.5-5
3.5-4.5
3-4
3-4
3+
3+
4.5-6
6.5-8
7-9
4.5-7
5+
5+
7-9
5+
Once Upon an Artist
Pre-K Soccer 11/19-3/25
Once Upon A Ballet
Pre-K Soccer
Group Piano
Group Piano
Musical Theater
Musical Theater
Soccer 11/19-3/25
Once Upon an Artist
Group piano
Group Piano
Soccer 11/19-3/25
Group Piano
$510
$480
$340
$510
$510
$510
$765
$765
$480
$540
$510
$510
$480
$510
$450
 
$300
$450
$450
$450
$675
$675
 
$480
$450
$450
 
$450
$930
 
$620
$930
$930
$930
$1395
$1395
 
$1010
$930
$930
 
$930
Friday 10:30
12:00
1:45
2:00
FOUB1
FPF1
FPS1
FOUS1
3-4
3.5-4.5
4+
3-4
Once Upon A Ballet
Princess & Fairytales
Pre-K Soccer 11/20-3/26
Once Upon A Story
$340
$510
$450
$510
$300
$450
 
$450
$620
$930
 
$930


Fall-Winter/Spring Session: September 13, 2008—May 27, 2011

For Toddler, Pre-K, and after School Programs information and registration, please contact Diane Nicole, at (212) 877-8227 ext. 212 or at diane@rutgerschurch.com or download registration form (bottom line) and fax it to (212) 721-9154

Ask about special twin rates!

Holiday Schedule 2010-2011

    Fall Semester: September 13 through January 28
    Columbus Day, Monday, October 11
    Thanksgiving, Wednesday—Friday, November 24, 25, 26
    Christmas/New Year, Monday, December 20—Friday, December 31, 2010
    Martin Luther King Day, Monday, January 17, 2010

    Winter/Spring Semester: January 31 through May 27
    Presidents Week, Monday—Friday, February 21—25
    Easter, Thursday—Monday, April 21—25
    Memorial day Monday, May 30

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