Key dates and our after-school timeline are listed here.

Registration opens Sunday, February 23, at 12 pm, and closes Sunday, March 2, at 12 pm.

After-School programs run from 2:45-3:30 pm.

Please note: Programs are subject to change before registration opens, as schedules are finalized.

Program Descriptions

Private Piano Lessons | Preschool 3s & Pre-K 

Start your child on the path to a full life of music! These private, one-on-one classes for young beginners or returning students capture your child’s playful spirit. They are taught by our expert piano instructor, who attended Mannes Conservatory of Music. Your child will be introduced to directional pre-reading, elementary music theory, and technique with engaging songs, games, and creative discovery at the piano keys. Your child will also learn ear training and eye training throughout the course. A piano or keyboard will be provided. 

Recommended piano books to bring to lessons: Piano for the Young Beginner - Primer A and Theory and Technique for the Young Beginner - Primer A - Bastien

*A classroom teacher will bring students to their piano lesson. Please email ecdafterschool@dwight.edu for more information. 

Clubhouse: Students with private piano lessons can attend Clubhouse before their lessons at no additional charge. However, extra fees will be incurred if a student is not picked up on time after their lesson or if they attend Clubhouse service after their lesson. Please email ecdafterschool@dwight.edu.

• Mondays (8 Classes): 2:30-3 pm, 3:05-3:35 pm, 3:40-4:10 pm, 4:15-4:45 pm | $640

• Tuesdays (10 Classes): 2:30-3 pm, 3:05-3:35 pm, 3:40-4:10 pm, 4:15-4:45 pm | $800

• Wednesdays (10 Classes): 2:30-3 pm, 3:05-3:35 pm, 3:40-4:10 pm, 4:15-4:45 pm | $800

• Thursdays (10 Classes): 2:30-3 pm, 3:05-3:35 pm, 3:40-4:10 pm, 4:15-4:45 pm | $800

• Fridays (8 Classes): 2:30-3 pm, 3:05-3:35 pm, 3:40-4:10 pm, 4:15-4:45 pm | $640

Mondays

Lego Design Thinkers | 2:45-3:30 pm | Preschool 3s & Pre-K | $440

Lego Design Thinkers is brought to you by Kodely! In this workshop, students will unleash their creativity and problem-solving skills using Lego bricks to tackle fun challenges. They'll learn foundational engineering concepts, build critical thinking skills, and explore design thinking through hands-on projects. This engaging experience fosters collaboration, innovation, and a love for learning as they bring their ideas to life through playful exploration and teamwork. 

Mondays

Everything Elephant and Piggie| 2:45-3:30 pm | Preschool 3s-Pre-K | $440

Join Ms. Erin in the big library for Everything Piggie & Elephant! This fun-filled library session will include playing Piggie & Elephant games, singing about Piggie & Elephant, enjoying our favorite Piggie & Elephant books, and pretending to be Piggie & Elephant with costumes and props. We will also be making creative Piggie & Elephant projects together! If you have a child who loves to read and laugh, and never seems to get enough of Piggie & Elephant, this class will be a hit!

Tuesdays

Tennis | 2:45-3:30 pm | Preschool 3s & Pre-K | $550

This class is designed for our tiniest tennis players ages 3 years old through Pre-K, and is a wonderful first step to introducing your child to tennis, sports, and overall athleticism. These classes feature fun games that are perfectly suited to advance your child’s hand-eye coordination and balance, and develop a love for tennis.  

Wednesdays

Super Soccer Stars | 2:45-3:30 pm | Preschool 3s & Pre-K | $550

This soccer program will focus on teaching your child to be comfortable with the ball by further developing soccer skills such as dribbling and shooting, and an introduction to passing. The soccer program from Super Soccer Stars includes partner activities to promote sharing, listening, respect, and cooperation. Physical activities include dynamic exercises like moving with pace, changing directions, and lateral agility.

Thursdays

Tennis | 2:45-3:30 pm | Preschool 3s & Pre-K | $550

This class is designed for our tiniest tennis players ages 3 years old through Pre-K, and is a wonderful first step to introducing your child to tennis, sports, and overall athleticism. These classes feature fun games that are perfectly suited to advance your child’s hand-eye coordination and balance, and develop a love for tennis. 

Fridays

Trolls! The Musical | 2:45-3:30 pm | Preschool 3s & Pre-K | $495

Led by the pros at the DramaZone, join Poppy and Branch on this exciting adventure to save our friends! This production is uplifting and full of spirit as it teaches us what we can accomplish when we work together. This class includes songs, dances, scenes, and games based on the movie Trolls! in preparation for a show for friends and family. Children will also have technical instruction in acting, singing, and dancing. No experience necessary, all talents welcome! While group numbers are emphasized, children with talents will be featured. Clothing: comfortable clothing and sneakers, shorts, or leggings recommended.

Fridays

Tennis| 2:45-3:30 pm | Preschool 3s & Pre-K  | $495

This class is designed for our tiniest tennis players ages 3 years old through Pre-K, and is a wonderful first step to introducing your child to tennis, sports, and overall athleticism. These classes feature fun games that are perfectly suited to advance your child’s hand-eye coordination and balance, and develop a love for tennis.