Youth Activities & Education
Dance
Ballet
Ballet 1
Ballet 1
Ages: 5-10
Dates: 9/23-11/18
Time: 5:15pm-5:55pm
Instructor: Patty Hays
Location: Franklin Elementary School, 13465 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $35
Non-resident: $45
A study of ballet emphasizing on posture, rhythm and grace. The skills learned will be put into use at the barre and on the dance floor. Students should wear leotard, tights and ballet slippers for class. Class limit 12. Any questions contact instructor at patty.hays@lakewoodcityschools.org No Class 11/13
Ballet 1 1/2
Ballet 1 1/2
Ages: Must have consent of instructor Dates: 9/18-11/18
Time: 5:30pm-6:10pm
Instructor: Patty Hays
Location: Franklin Elementary School, 13465 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $30
Non-resident: $40
A study of ballet emphasizing on posture, rhythm and grace. The skills learned will be put into use at the barre and on the dance floor. Students should wear leotard, tights and ballet slippers for class. Class limit 12. Any questions contact instructor at patty.hays@lakewoodcityschools.org No Class 11/13
Ballet 2
Ballet 2
Ages: Must have consent of instructor Dates: 9/18-11/18
Time: 6:00pm-6:50pm
Instructor: Patty Hays
Location: Franklin Elementary School, 13465 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $30
Non-resident: $40
A study of ballet emphasizing on posture, rhythm and grace. The skills learned will be put into use at the barre and on the dance floor. Students should wear leotard, tights and ballet slippers for class. Class limit 12. Any questions contact instructor at patty.hays@lakewoodcityschools.org No Class 11/13
Ballet 2 1/2
Ballet 2 1/2
Ages: Must have consent of instructor Dates: 9/18-11/18
Time: 6:50pm-7:35pm
Instructor: Patty Hays
Location: Franklin Elementary School, 13465 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $30
Non-resident: $40
A study of ballet emphasizing on posture, rhythm and grace. The skills learned will be put into use at the barre and on the dance floor. Students should wear leotard, tights and ballet slippers for class. Class limit 12. Any questions contact instructor at patty.hays@lakewoodcityschools.org No Class 11/13
Ballet 3
Ballet 3
Ages: Must have consent of instructor Dates: 9/23-11/18
Time: 8:00pm-8:45pm
Instructor: Patty Hays
Location: Franklin Elementary School, 13465 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $30
Non-resident: $40
A study of ballet emphasizing on posture, rhythm and grace. The skills learned will be put into use at the barre and on the dance floor. Students should wear leotard, tights and ballet slippers for class. Class limit 12. Any questions contact instructor at patty.hays@lakewoodcityschools.org No Class 11/13
Jazz
Jazz 1 & 1 1/2
Jazz 1 & 11/2
Ages: Must have consent of instructor Dates: 9/18-11/18
Time: 7:30pm-8:10pm
Instructor: Patty Hays
Location: Franklin Elementary School, 13465 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $30
Non-resident: $40
Class will contain an exercise warmup and continue with the learning of combinations to incorporate into a routine. Students should wear comfortable clothing (no jeans) and tennis shoes or jazz shoes. Any questions contact instructor at patty.hays@lakewoodcityschools.org No Class 11/13
Jazz 3
Jazz 3
Ages: Must have consent of instructor Dates: 9/23-11/18
Time: 8:45pm-9:30pm
Instructor: Patty Hays
Location: Franklin Elementary School, 13465 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $40
Non-resident: $50
Class will contain an exercise warmup and continue with the learning of combinations to incorporate into a routine. Students should wear comfortable clothing (no jeans) and tennis shoes or jazz shoes. Any questions contact instructor at patty.hays@lakewoodcityschools.org No Class 11/13
Tap
- Beginning Tap 1
- Continuing Tap 1 1/2
- Continuing Tap 2
- Continuing Tap 2 1/2
- Continuing Tap 3
- Spring Tap
Beginning Tap 1
Beginning Tap 1
Ages: 5-10
Dates: 9/24-11/12
Time: 5:15pm-6:00pm
Instructor: Peggy Stockdale
Location: Franklin Elementary School Gym, 13465 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $30
Non-resident: $40
Emphasis on rhythm and basic techniques in beginning tap dancing. The skills learned will be incorporated into a dance for the class. Wear dress shoes to the first class; tap shoes will be discussed. Class limit 15. No Class 11/13
Continuing Tap 1 1/2
Continuing Tap 1 1/2
Ages: 5-10
Dates: 9/21-11/9
Time: 9:00am-9:45am
Instructor: Peggy Stockdale
Location: Franklin Elementary School Gym, 13465 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $30
Non-resident: $40
For children with two years of experience or teacher’s consent. Continued training in which skills learned will be incorporated into a dance for the class. Class limit 15. No Class 11/13
Continuing Tap 2
Continuing Tap 2
Ages: 8-15
Dates: 9/21-11/9
Time: 9:45am-10:30am
Instructor: Peggy Stockdale
Location: Franklin Elementary School Gym, 13465 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $30
Non-resident: $40
For children with two years of experience or teacher’s consent. Continued training in which skills learned will be incorporated into a dance for the class. Class limit 15. No Class 11/13
Continuing Tap 2 1/2
Continuing Tap 21/2
Ages: 8-15
Dates: 9/21-11/9
Time: 10:30am-11:15am
Instructor: Peggy Stockdale
Location: Franklin Elementary School Gym, 13465 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $30
Non-resident: $40
For children with two years of experience or teacher’s consent. Continued training in which skills learned will be incorporated into a dance for the class. Class limit 15. No Class 11/13
Continuing Tap 3
Continuing Tap 3
Ages: 8-15
Dates: 9/21-11/9
Time: 11:15am-12:00pm
Instructor: Peggy Stockdale
Location: Franklin Elementary School Gym, 13465 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $30
Non-resident: $40
For children with two years of experience or teacher’s consent. Continued training in which skills learned will be incorporated into a dance for the class. Class limit 15. No Class 11/13
Spring Tap
Spring Tap Dancing
Ages: Ages 5-12yrs
Dates: Returns Spring 2025
Time:
Instructor: Peggy Stockdale
Location: Franklin Elementary School Gym, 13465 Franklin Ave.
Resident: $
Non-resident: $
Emphasis on rhythm and basic techniques in beginning tap dancing. The skills learned will be incorporated into a dance for the class. Wear dress shoes to the first class; tap shoes will be discussed. Class limit 15.
Driving School
Professional Driving School will offer driving school at Lakewood High School https://drivingclass.com/
The cost is $499.00 and includes 24 hours of in-class learning, 3 hours per day over eight days, 8 hours of on-the-road
Classes will be held at Lakewood High School Lecture Hall 2
More dates will follow.
You'll need your driver's permit to attend in-car lessons.
What are state requirements?
Ohio requires teens 15 ½ —18 years of age to receive 24 hours of classroom instruction and 8 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction with a state-certified driving school.
How do I schedule In Car Training? Information will be given in class on how to schedule In Car Training
The mandatory 8-hour behind-the-wheel instruction is provided at the teen's convenience and around the instructor's schedule. In-car training consists of one-on-one training, 2 hours per day for four days. The only time more than one student is in the vehicle is during drop-off and pick-up of students.
Before a student can schedule in-car training, tuition must be paid in full, all classrooms must be completed, and the exit test must be passed. Then, you're ready to schedule appointments on the student account.
Will my teen be picked up at home for In-Car Training?
Students can be picked up at home; however, depending on the location of the appointment, arrangements can be made to be picked up at school or work. OR they may have to meet at the office location. Students must have their valid temporary permit present in order to drive.
What if we need to cancel an In-car?
Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance by calling (216) 941-6888, or a $25 fee is assessed.
How far in advance should I schedule In-Car Training?
Slots are filling up fast. We suggest scheduling your In-Car Training as soon as you can.
When will my teen receive his Certificate of Completion?
Certificates of Completion will be uploaded to the student's account 7 - 14 business days after the student completes our Teen Program. For your convenience, do not schedule driving exams until you have received the Certificate uploaded to the student's account.
Do you offer 24-hour classroom classes Online?
We do not offer online classes.
Education
Babysitter Training
Babysitter's Class
Ages: 11 to 15 (must be 11 on first day of class)
Dates: October 11, 2024 or December 23, 2024
Time: 9 am - 3 pm
Instructor: American Red Cross
Location: Lakewood High School cafeteria, 14100 Franklin Blvd.
(Enter at door #32)
Resident: $70
Non-resident: $80
This American Red Cross class builds confidence to hold, feed and care for infants and toddlers, work with children safely and deal with emergencies. It teaches lifelong entrepreneurial and career development skills.
Gigalearn
GameBOT Club
GameBOT Club
Ages: Grades 6-8
Dates: See Below
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Instructor: Gigalearn, LLC
Location: See Below
Resident: $150
Nonresident: $160
Learn to code as you create video games and build and program LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3 Robots to complete challenges. Over multiple sessions we’ll follow student interests to explore options such as Scratch, Python, HTML, JavaScript, and more. No prior programming experience necessary. If you’ve taken this class before, don’t worry! There are new games and robot challenges each time. Bring a USB flash drive to save your games. No Class 11/5, 11/26
Hayes Elementary School, Art Room
13439 Clifton Blvd.
Tuesdays: 9/10-10/15 4:30pm-5:30pm
Lincoln Elementary School, LRC
15615 Clifton Blvd.
Tuesdays: 10/29-12/17 4:30pm-5:30pm
Before School Spanish
Spanish Class
Ages: Grades 1-5
Dates: Grant 10/1, Lincoln 9/25,Horace Mann 10/4 and Harrison 10/14
Time: 8:00am - 8:45am
Instructor: Cleveland Spanish School
Location: Emerson, Grant, Lincoln and Horace Mann
Fee: $245.00
Classes are taught by caring and enthusiastic teachers from the Cleveland Spanish Academy (CSA). The objective is to immerse students in the language as much as possible so that students acquire the language similar to how they learned their first language. Visit www.clevelandspanishschool.com for more information.
Admission & Schedule:
All students in grades 1–5 can enroll in the program. Students who attend before school care are welcome as well. A minimum of seven students is required. If we do not meet the minimum number of students in a class, your registration fee Children are grouped by age and experience depending on enrollment. Space is limited and participants will be taken on a first come, first serve basis.
Questions?
Contact CSA Director, Maria Pauer at maria_elena@clevelandspanishschool.com or call 216-
316-4049.
Minds In Motion
Solarbot.14
Solarbot.14
Ages: Grades K-5
Dates: Returns Winter 2025
Time:
Instructor: Minds in Motion LLC
Location: Rosevelt Elementary School, 14237 Athens Ave., LRC
Resident:
Nonresident:
Come and take home your very own 14 in 1 educational solar robot kit! Every hour more solar energy reaches the Earth than humans use in an entire year! Learn how solar energy works and witness firsthand how this technology can harness the sun’s energy source. This kit contains unique components and parts that operate on land and water. Construct 14 different solar powered robots from functional to comical designs which include a tortoise bot, bug bot, paddle bot, tumbler bot, monster bot, big wheeler bot, car bot, surfer bot, and rowing bot! Working with its motor, gears, and solar panel, watch your solar bot come to life without any batteries as it uses the power of the sun. Take part in one of the alternative energies that is used most widely across the globe. Use your own creativity, put your mind in motion, and create your own designs!
Music
Music Lessons
Private Music Lessons - Returns 2024-2025 School Year
Ages: Grades 6-12
Resident:
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All band, choir, and orchestra students are eligible to take private lessons.
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All private lesson teachers are selected and hired by the music staff at Lakewood City Schools. These instructors have extensive experience both teaching and performing.
Schedule and Cost
Session 1 |
Session 2 |
Deadline to register: Sept. 16 |
Deadline to register: Jan. 13 |
Session Dates: Sept. 23-Dec. 13 |
Session Dates: Jan. 20-May 16 |
12 lessons at $30 each |
12 lessons at $30 each |
Total cost: $360 |
Total cost: $360 |
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Each lesson lasts a total of 40 minutes. It is expected that students will take one lesson a week until they have completed all of the registered lessons.
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The scheduling (day and time) of lessons will be managed by each individual private teacher. Please expect an email from your teacher to schedule lessons.
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Unattended lessons without prior notification will not be made up. Exceptions are made for emergency situations.
Lesson Registration
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All registrations will happen online through the recreation department website
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Families receiving a scholarship MUST register themselves for lessons after they have received confirmation of their approved aid. This MUST be done by calling the recreation department and talking to Sharon Mathaios between 8 AM and 4 PM (216-529-4081).
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Previous balances must be paid before a student may register for more lessons.
Scholarships
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Scholarships to help pay for private lessons are available both for middle school and high school students. The deadline to apply for both is Sept. 9.
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Application links: Middle School Students, High School Students
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Scholarships help to support both the financial needs of families and the needs of ensembles. Those students switching to an instrument needed in the ensemble will be given extra consideration.
Piano
Beginning Piano
Beginning
Ages: Grades 2-6
Dates: 9/16-12/16
Time: Beginning class: 4:00 - 4:30 pm or 4:30 - 5: 00 pm
Instructor: Maria Voljin
Location: Printed booklet location has changed, correct location here: Room E134, Lakewood High School, 14100 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $120
Non-resident: $130
Learn the basics of piano: scales, chords, easy folk & classical compositions. Must have either a piano or keyboard at home. Classes may be combined if minimum is not met. Additional classes may be available if classes fill. Material fee ($28) due at first class. Class limit 3 for beginning and 2 for continuing.
Continuing Piano
Continuing
Ages: Grades 2-6
Dates: 9/16-12/16
Time: Continuing class: 5:00 - 5:30 pm
Instructor: Maria Voljin
Location: Printed booklet location has changed, correct location here: Room E134, Lakewood High School, 14100 Franklin Blvd.
Resident: $120
Non-resident: $130
Learn the basics of piano: scales, chords, easy folk & classical compositions. Must have either a piano or keyboard at home. Classes may be combined if minimum is not met. Additional classes may be available if classes fill. Material fee ($28) due at first class. Class limit 3 for beginning and 2 for continuing.
Suzuki Strings
Suzuki Strings
Program Summary: Lakewood Suzuki Strings -Suzuki Group Program
Ages: Pre-K and up
Dates: Sept 4-Dec 11
Wednesdays at 5:30-6:15 pm or 6:30-7:15 pm
Location: Lakewood High School
Fee: $370
The fee does not include the cost of instrument rental or private lessons.
Program Summary: Lakewood Suzuki Strings - Private Lessons for Violin, Viola, and Cello
For violin and viola students of Lakewood Suzuki Strings (LSS). All group program students must be enrolled in private lessons through LSS.
Ages: Pre-K and up
Dates: Rolling registration; sign up any time!
Fees:
$150 per month for 30-minute lessons
$225 per month for 45-minute lessons
Fees do not include the cost of instrument rental.
Program Summary:
Weekly private lessons of 30 or 45 minutes with Lakewood Suzuki Strings faculty; for students of violin, viola, or cello. All levels from complete beginner to advanced are accepted. Students must have an adult practice partner who can attend lessons, take notes, and coach daily practice at home.
Develop your child’s confidence, discipline, and musicianship skills through the highly respected Suzuki Method of music education, which utilizes principles of language-learning such as imitation, listening, and repetition in a nurturing environment.
Weekly lesson times are decided prior to enrollment in the LSS program. Please email lakewoodsuzukistrings@gmail.
Visit lakewoodsuzukistrings.com for more information, or email lakewoodsuzukistrings@gmail.
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Sports/Fitness/Wellness
- Gymnastics
- Horseback Riding
- Tae Kwon Do
- Start Smart Sports
- Karate: Basic to Advance Self-Defense Course
Gymnastics
Tiny Turners I
Tiny Turners I
Ages: 7-12
Instructor: Diane and Margo Massad
Location: Horace Mann Elementary School, Gym, 1215 West Clifton Blvd
No Class Dates: See below
Resident: $60
Non-resident: $70
Classes begin with a fun warm-up with energetic activities, stretches, fundamental body positions and tumbling skills. Our program offers your child the opportunity to learn gymnastics skills and fundamental tumbling, while building healthy self-esteem. Class instruction on equipment: balance beam, uneven bars, and springboard. Strict age requirement to be maintained. No Class 10/23, 10,31, 11/27
Wednesdays: 9/4-9/25 6:15pm-7:00pm
Wednesdays: 10/2-10/30 6:15pm-7:00pm
Wednesdays: 11/6-12/4 6:15pm-7:00pm
Tumble Bugs
Tumble Bugs
Ages: 4-6
Instructor: Diane and Margo Massad
Location: Horace Mann Elementary School, Gym, 1215 West Clifton Blvd
No Class Dates: See Below
Resident: $50
Non-resident: $60
Classes begin with a fun warm-up with energetic activities, stretches, basic body positions and building listening skills Our preschool program offers your child the opportunity to learn fundamental tumbling and basic gymnastics skills, while building healthy self-esteem. Instruction on equipment: balance beam, uneven bars and springboard. Strict age requirement to be maintained. No Class No Class 10/23, 10,31, 11/27
Resident $50/NR $60
Wednesdays: 9/4-9/25 5:15pm-6:00pm
Thursdays: 9/5-9/26 5:15pm-6:00pm
Wednesdays: 10/2-10/30 5:15pm-6:00pm
Thursdays: 10/3-10/24 5:15pm-6:00pm
Wednesdays: 11/6-12/4 5:15pm-6:00pm
Thursdays: 11/7-12/5 5:15pm-6:00pm
Tiny Turners II
Tiny Turners II
Ages: 7-12
Instructor: Diane and Margo Massad
Location: Horace Mann Elementary School, Gym, 1215 West Clifton Blvd
No Class Dates: See below
Resident: $60
Non-resident: $70
Classes start with a fast-paced warm-up with energetic activities. Students master stretches, body positions and fundamental tumbling skills. Builds strength. * Student must be able to do a handstand, independently. Our program offers your child the opportunity to develop gymnastics skills and fundamental tumbling, while building healthy self-esteem. Class instruction on equipment: balance beam, uneven bars, and springboard. Strict age requirement to be maintained. No Class 10/23, 10,31, 11/27
Thursdays: 9/5-9/26 6:15pm-7:00pm
Thursdays: 10/3-10/24 6:15pm-7:00pm
Thursdays: 11/7-12/5 6:15pm-7:00pm
Horseback Riding
Jr. Pony Camp
Jr. Pony Camp - Returns Spring 2025
Ages: 2-6
Instructor: Pony Tail Farms
Location: 13360 Cowley Rd., Columbia Station, oh 44028
Resident: $35
Non-resident: $45
Learn to groom ponies, play with them and ride them. We will play games and have horse and pony story lines. Wear long, loose fitting pants and flat shoes, tennis shoes are fine. Bring a bike or riding helmet to class. Class min 2/max 12.
Pony Camp
Pony Camp
Ages: 7-12
Instructor: Pony Tail Farms
Location: 13360 Cowley Rd., Columbia Station, oh 44028
Resident: $75
Non-resident: $85
Saturdays: 4/6-4/27 | 11:00am-11:15am |
Thursdays: 5/9-5/30 | 5:00pm-6:00pm |
Tuesdays: 6/4-6/25 | 5:00pm-6:00pm |
Thursdays: 7/11-8/1 | 10:00am-11:00am |
Wednesdays: 8/7-8/28 | 5:00pm-6:00pm |
Children will learn introductory riding basics, general horse care, grooming, saddling, bridling, safety issues and stable care. Wear long, loose fitting pants and flat shoes, tennis shoes are fine. Bring a bike or riding helmet to class. Class min 2/max 12.
Tae Kwon Do
Beginning
Beginning Tae Kwon Do
Ages: 7 - Adult
Instructor: Ward Collins, 6th degree, Tae Kwon Do Master
Location: Hayes Elementary School, cafeteria, 16401 Delaware Ave.
Parking lot is off S. Marginal Road
No Class Dates: 11/27
Resident: $45
Non-resident: $55
Mondays: 9/9-10/21 | 6:30 - 7:15 pm |
Wednesdays: 9/11-10/23 | 6:30 - 7:15 pm |
Mondays: 10/28-12/16 | 6:30 - 7:15 pm |
Wednesdays: 10/30-12-18 | 6:30 - 7:15 pm |
Learn the fun and exciting martial art of Tae Kwon Do from 6th degree Master Ward Collins, who has 35 years of training, and experience. Classes are broken down to easily understood elements that improves one’s focus, balance, self-control, and eye-hand coordination. A minimum of two sessions as a beginner are required before testing out of the beginner level and into the intermediate class.
Intermediate
Intermediate Tae Kwon Do
Ages: 7 - Adult
Instructor: Ward Collins, 6th degree, Tae Kwon Do Master
Location: Hayes Elementary School, cafeteria, 16401 Delaware Ave.
Parking lot is off S. Marginal Road
No Class Dates: 11/27
Resident: $45
Non-resident: $55
Mondays: 9/9-10/21 | 7:15pm - 8:00pm |
Wednesdays: 9/11-10/23 | 7:15pm - 8:00pm |
Mondays: 10/28-12/16 | 7:15pm - 8:00pm |
Wednesdays:10/30-12/18 | 7:15pm - 8:00pm |
Classes will continue to learn and deepen the basics while learning and developing new skills. In this level students will master more basics and start to learn self-defense. Continued improvement can result in faster progression and testing is still a privilege.
Advanced
Advanced Tae Kwon Do
Ages: 7 - Adult
Instructor: Ward Collins, 6th degree, Tae Kwon Do Master
Location: Hayes Elementary School, cafeteria, 16401 Delaware Ave.
Parking lot is off S. Marginal Road
No Class Dates: 11/27
Resident: $55
Non-resident: $65
Mondays: 9/9-10/21 | 7:15pm - 7:15pm |
Wednesdays: 9/11-10/23 | 7:15pm - 7:15pm |
Mondays: 10/28-12/16 | 7:15pm - 7:15pm |
Wednesdays: 10/30-12/18 | 7:15pm - 7:15pm |
With constant improvement students can start to learn a weapon after a brief meeting with the student and parents that is required prior to any student being taught anything with the weapon. Testing continues to occur at the student’s own progression while standards get higher. Testing is a privilege and is treated as such.
Start Smart Sports
Start Smart Soccer
Start Smart Soccer
Ages: 3-6
Dates: 9/21-10/26
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 am
Instructor: Terry Chesney
Location: Emerson Elementary School Gym, 13439 Clifton Blvd.
Resident: $50
Non-resident: $70
Age appropriate equipment used in teaching children and parents skills in kicking, dribbling, trapping, throw-ins and agility. Class limit 20.
Start Smart Sports
Start Smart Sports
Ages: 3-6
Dates: 9/21-10/26
Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am
Instructor: Terry Chesney
Location: Emerson Elementary School Gym, 13439 Clifton Blvd.
Resident: $50
Non-resident: $70
Instructional Program that prepares children for the world of organized sports. Parents work together with their children to learn all of the basics skills such as throwing, catching, kicking and batting. Class limit 20.
Karate: Basic to Advance Self-Defense Course
Ages 7-11yrs
Ages 7-11yrs
Ages: 7-11yrs
Instructor: Marvin Manalo
Location: Garfield Middle School, 13114 Detroit Ave., Cafetorium
Please enter through flagpole door on South side of building
No Class Dates: 9/26, 10/24, 11/7, 11/28 and 12/5
Resident: $120
Non-resident: $130
Tues/Thurs: 9/3-10/17 | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
Tues/Thurs: 10/22-12/19 | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
Instructor Marvin Manalo -Karate style: Kaju Kenpo. Combination of Japanese Karate, Judo, JiuJitsu and Chinese Boxing. Based on self-defense, mental and physical conditioning, flexibility and most importantly, respect for human life. Training will focus on hardening the mind and body through challenging sessions and repetitive skill development to promote self-awareness, self-confidence and discipline.
Chess
Progress with Chess
- Progress with Chess Beautiful Beginnings
- Progress with Chess Fantastic Foundations
- Progress with Chess Championship Challenge
Progress with Chess Beautiful Beginnings
Progress with Chess Beautiful Beginnings
Dates: Sundays 9/22-12/15
Time: 11:30 am-12:45 pm
Instructor: Progress With Chess
Location: Lakewood High School, 14100 Franklin Blvd., Room B204
Please enter through door #19 on South side of building
Resident: $199
Non-resident: $209
Instruction will be provided by “Progress with Chess”, a local non-profit organization that conducts chess programs in over 50 Northeast Ohio area locations. A great intro level class to nurture your child’s interest in the game of chess in a supportive group setting. Students learn the moves of the pieces and all the rules including stalemate, promotion, castling and en passant.
Progress with Chess Fantastic Foundations
Progress with Chess Fantastic Foundations
Dates: Sundays 9/22-12/15
Time: 11:30 am - 12:45 pm
Instructor: Progress With Chess
Location: Lakewood High School, 14100 Franklin Blvd., Room B202
Please enter through door #19 on South side of building
Resident: $199
Non-resident: $209
Instruction will be provided by “Progress with Chess”, a local non-profit organization that conducts chess programs in over 50 Northeast Ohio area locations. A class designed for those who know the rules but are ready to learn basic strategy and tactics. Students will learn forks, pins, skewers, discovery, opening principles, chess notation, attacks on f7 and more! Graduating students are prepared to compete in chess tournaments.
Progress with Chess Championship Challenge
Progress with Chess Championship Challenge
Dates: Sundays 9/22-12/15
Time: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Instructor: Progress With Chess
Location: Lakewood High School, 14100 Franklin Blvd., Room B204
Please enter through door #19 on South side of building
Resident: $279
Non-resident: $289
Instruction will be provided by “Progress with Chess”, a local non-profit organization that conducts chess programs in over 50 Northeast Ohio area locations. A more serious chess experience for tournament players or those who are ready to enter competition. Sessions include two USCF rated games, with analysis by high rated players; along with interactive lessons.
Afterschool Activities
- Progress with Chess Afterschool
- Gigalearn Afterschool
- Adaptive Arts Sampler Afterschool
- iCook Culinary Afterschool
- Creative Writing Afterschool
- Eager Engineers Afterschool
- Eager Artists Afterschool
- Young Rembrandts Afterschool
Progress with Chess Afterschool
Progress with Chess
Progress with Chess Afterschool
Dates: See Below
Time: 3:15 - 4:15 pm
Instructor: Progress With Chess
Location: See below
Resident: $135
Non-resident: $145
Instruction will be provided by “Progress with Chess”, a local non-profit organization that conducts chess programs in over 50 Northeast Ohio area locations. Beginning students will master the rules and piece movements, while more experienced players learn strategy, tactics, and checkmate patterns. Sessions will include a healthy mixture of interactive lessons and supervised open play in a supportive setting. No Class 11/5
Grant Elementary School, LRC
1470 Victoria Ave.
Mondays: 9/23-11/25 3:15pm-4:15pm
Emerson Elementary School, Art Room
13439 Clifton Blvd.
Mondays: 9/23-11/25 3:15pm-4:15pm
Garfield Middle School, Art Room
13114 Detroit Ave.
Mondays: 9/23-11/25 3:15pm-4:15pm
Hayes Elementary School, Art Room
16401 Delaware Ave.
Tuesdays: 9/24-12/3 3:15pm-4:15pm
Gigalearn Afterschool
Jr. Game BOT Club
Jr. Game BOT Club
Dates: See Below
Time: 3:15 - 4:15 pm
Instructor: Gigalearn
Location: See below
Resident: $150
Non-resident: $160
Gigalearn,LLC -Wanna make video games? Love building with LEGO® bricks? This club is for you. Learn how to create video games using Scratch, free software from MIT that you can use at home long after the class. Then, we’ll bring the action to life as we build and program LEGO® mini robots If you’ve taken this course before, don’t worry! We explore different themes and make different games and robots each time. Parents, you may choose to send a USB flash drive for your student to save projects, or provide a non-school email at registration, and we’ll use it to help your student create a free online Scratch account and store projects in the cloud. Learn more about the Scratch Online Community here: https://scratch.mit.edu/parents No Class 11/5, 11/26, 11/27
Hayes Elementary School, Art Room
16401 Delaware Ave.
Tuesdays: 9/10-10/15 3:15pm-4:15pm
Grant Elementary School, Art Room
1470 Victoria Ave.
Wednesdays: 9/11-10/16 3:15pm-4:15pm
Lincoln Elementary School, LRC
15615 Clifton Blvd.
Tuesdays: 10/29-12/17 3:15pm-4:15pm
Horace Mann Elementary School, Art Room
1215 West Clifton Blvd.
Wednesdays 11/6-12/18 3:15pm-4:15pm
Adaptive Arts Sampler Afterschool
Adaptive Arts Sampler
Adaptive Arts Sampler
Dates: See Below
Time: 3:15 - 4:15 pm
Instructor: Beck Center
Location: See below
Resident: $190
Non-resident: $200
This class is designed for students with disabilities and introduces music, theater, dance/movement, and visual arts. Participants learn different art forms by engaging in movement to music, instrument play, creative dramatics, theater games, and other activities which incorporate imagination and hands-on creativity. Students work to enhance gross motor skills/balance, develop body awareness/self expression, increase social interaction, and expand creative abilities.
Horace Mann Elementary School, LRC
1215 West Clifton Blvd.
Mondays: 9/23-11/11 3:15pm-4:00pm
Emerson Elementary School, LRC
13439 Clifton Blvd.
Wednesdays: 9/25-11/13 3:15pm-4:00pm
iCook Culinary Afterschool
iCook Culinary - Spicing Things Up
iCook Culinary - Spicing Things Up
Time: 3:15pm-4:15pm
Instructor: Afterschool Enrichment Solutions
Location: See Below
Resident: $275
Nonresident: $285
Our chefs-in-training will learn how the addition of spices and herbs can transform food and provide added nutritional benefits too. Each class will highlight an herb or spice including basil, rosemary, garlic, vanilla, and cinnamon! We will make Black Bean Sliders, Rosemary Crackers, Enchiladas, and more! Our little chefs will build on their knowledge of cooking safety and the fundamental cooking techniques including peeling, breading, blending, melting, slicing, dicing, chopping and more.
Grant Elementary School, Art Room
1470 Victoria Ave.
Mondays: 10/7-11/18 3:15pm-4:15pm
Lincoln Elementary School, Room 117
15615 Clifton Blvd.
Fridays: 10/4-12/6 3:15pm-4:15pm
Hayes Elementary School, Art Room
16401 Delaware Ave.
Fridays: 10/4-12/6 3:15pm-4:15pm
Roosevelt School, LRC
14237 Athens Ave.
Tuesdays: 10/8-11/26 3:15pm-4:15pm
Harrison Elementary School, Art Room
2080 Quail St.
Wednesdays: 10/9-12/4 3:15pm-4:15pm
Horace Mann Elementary School, Art Room
1215 West Clifton Blvd.
Thursdays: 10/10-12/5 3:15pm-4:15pm
Emerson Elementary School, Art Room
13439 Clifton Blvd.
Mondays: 10/7-11/18 3:15pm-4:15pm
Creative Writing Afterschool
Creative Writing Club
Creative Writing Club
Time: 3:15pm-4:15pm
Instructor: Afterschool Enrichment Solutions
Location: See Below
Resident: $145
Nonresident: $155
The Creative Writing Club, brought to you by Afterschool Enrichment Solutions, is designed to ignite the imaginations of young writers, foster their love for language, and cultivate their creative expression. Through exploration of classic literature, inspiring writing exercises, creative language games and collaboration, students will explore different genres, learn and practice grammatical concepts, develop their writing skills, and build confidence in their communication.
Grant Elementary School, Art Room
1470 Victoria Ave Ave.
Mondays: 10/7-11/18 3:15pm-4:15pm
Lincoln Elementary School, Room 117
15615 Clifton Blvd.
Tuesdays: 10/8-11/26 3:15pm-4:15pm
Hayes Elementary School, Art Room
16401 Delaware Ave.
Tuesdays: 10/8-11/26 3:15pm-4:15pm
Roosevelt School, LRC
14237 Athens Ave.
Roosevelt: 10/4-12/6 3:15pm-4:15pm
Harrison Elementary School, Art Room
2080 Quail St.
Wednesdays: 10/9-12/4 3:15pm-4:15pm
Horace Mann Elementary School, Art Room
1215 West Clifton Blvd.
Thursdays: 10/10-12/5 3:15pm-4:15pm
Emerson Elementary School, Art Room
13439 Clifton Blvd.
Wednesdays: 10/9-12/4 3:15pm-4:15pm
Eager Engineers Afterschool
Eager Engineers
Eager Engineers
Time: 3:15pm-4:15pm
Instructor: Eager Enrichment
Location: See Below
Resident: $80
Nonresident: $90
Eager Enrichment - Eager Engineers is about hands on learning– with Lego’s, K’nex, Citiblocs and more. This fall, we explore AI basics (without electronic devices). Up front, basic color, pattern and data representation builds, then the introduction of algorithms. Fall Projects: Lego Mazes, Tic Tac Toe Team Build and Robotic Control; K’nex Elevators, Robotic Arms, Rolling Robots; Citibloc Skyscrapers, Triangles, and more. No class: 10/11, 10/24, 10/25, 10/31, 11/5, 11/27, 11/28, 11/29.
Roosevelt School, LRC
14237 Athens Ave.
Mondays: 9/23-10/21 3:15pm-4:15pm
Mondays: 10/28-11/25 3:15pm-4:15pm
Grant Elementary School, Art Room
1470 Victoria Ave.
Tuesdays: 9/24-10/22 3:15pm-4:15pm
Tuesdays: 10/29-12/3 3:15pm-4:15pm
Emerson Elementary School, LRC
13439 Clifton Blvd.
Wednesdays 9/25-10/23 3:15pm-4:15pm
Wednesdays: 10/30-12/4 3:15pm-4:15pm
Lincoln Elementary School, LRC
15615 Clifton Blvd.
Thursdays: 9/26-11/7 3:15pm-4:15pm
Thursdays: 11/14-12/19 3:15pm-4:15pm
Hayes Elementary School, LRC
16401 Delaware Ave.
Fridays: 9/20-11/1 3:15pm-4:15pm
Fridays: 11/8-12/13 3:15pm-4:15pm
Eager Artists Afterschool
Eager Artists
Eager Artists
Time: 3:15pm-4:15pm
Instructor: Eager Enrichment
Location: See Below
Resident: $85
Nonresident: $95
Eager Enrichment - Eager Artists - We teach art in a way that helps with academic performance: breaking projects down into simple, manageable steps. This promotes confidence and individuality. We use Prismacolor Markers, Watercolors, Collages, Vine Charcoal and Clay. Fall projects include: Prismacolor Peacocks and a Tall Moster; Watercolor Macaws; Fall Harvest Collage; Glow-in-the-Dark Clay Mummies and more. No class: 10/11, 10/24, 10/25, 10/31, 11/5, 11/27, 11/28, 11/29.
Hayes Elementary School, Art Room
16401 Delaware Ave.
Mondays: 9/23-10/21 3:15pm-4:15pm
Mondays: 10/28-11/25 3:15pm-4:15pm
Roosevelt School, LRC
14237 Athens Ave.
Mondays: 9/23-10/21 3:15pm-4:15pm
Mondays: 10/28-11/25 3:15pm-4:15pm
Lincoln Elementary School, Room 117
15615 Clifton Blvd.
Tuesdays: 9/24-10/22 3:15pm-4:15pm
Tuesdays: 10/29-12/3 3:15pm-4:15pm
Grant Elementary School, Art Room
1470 Victoria Ave.
Wednesdays 9/25-10/23 3:15pm-4:15pm
Wednesdays: 10/30-12/4 3:15pm-4:15pm
Emerson Elementary School, Art Room
13439 Clifton Blvd.
Thursdays: 9/26-11/7 3:15pm-4:15pm
Thursdays: 11/14-12/19 3:15pm-4:15pm
Harrison Elementary School, Art Room
2080 Quail St.
Fridays: 9/20-11/1 3:15pm-4:15pm
Fridays: 11/8-12/13 3:15pm-4:15pm
Horace Mann Elementary School, Art Room
1215 West Clifton Blvd.
Fridays: 9/20-11/1 3:15pm-4:15pm
Fridays: 11/8-12/13 3:15pm-4:15pm
Young Rembrandts Afterschool
Young Rembrandts Drawing
Young Rembrants Drawing Class
Time: 3:15pm-4:15pm
Instructor: Young Rembrandts
Location: See Below
Resident: $100 ( 5 Week), $110 (6 Week)
Nonresident: $110 ( 5 Week), $120 (6 Week)
Is your home overflowing with your child’s creative masterpieces? It’s time to take their artistic talent to the next level with Young Rembrandts! Marvel as their pencils fly across the page, bringing to life everything from delicious taffy apples to charming seasonal scarecrows. We’re adding a sprinkle of Van Gogh’s magic too, with vibrant sunflower sketches that burst off the page. Enroll your budding artist today and watch their creativity blossom into stunning works of art! No Class 10/11, 10/25, 11/5, 11/26, 11/27, 11/28, 11/29
Grant Elementary School, Art Room
1470 Victoria Ave.
Tuesdays (6wk): 9/17-10/22 3:15pm-4:15pm
Tuesdays (6wk): 10/29-12/10 3:15pm-4:15pm
Lincoln Elementary School, Room 117
15615 Clifton Blvd.
Tuesdays (6wk): 9/17-10/22 3:15pm-4:15pm
Tuesdays (5wk): 10/29-12/10 3:15pm-4:15pm
Hayes Elementary School, Art Room
16401 Delaware Ave.
Weds (6wk): 9/18-10/23 3:15pm-4:15pm
Weds (6wk): 10/30-12/11 3:15pm-4:15pm
Roosevelt School, LRC
14237 Athens Ave.
Weds (6wk): 9/18-10/23 3:15pm-4:15pm
Weds (6wk): 10/30-12/11 3:15pm-4:15pm
Harrison Elementary School, Art Room
2080 Quail St.
Thurs (5wk): 9/19-10/17 3:15pm-4:15pm
Thurs (6wk): 10/31-12/12 3:15pm-4:15pm
Horace Mann Elementary School, Art Room
1215 West Clifton Blvd.
Thurs (5wk): 9/19-10/17 3:15pm-4:15pm
Thurs (6wk): 10/31-12/12 3:15pm-4:15pm
Emerson Elementary School, Art Room
13439 Clifton Blvd.
Fridays (5wk): 9/20-11/1 3:15pm-4:15pm
Fridays (5wk): 11/8-12/13 3:15pm-4:15pm