In this 3 week hand-building clay workshop, students will develop an understanding of clay properties, processes & vocabulary. Beginning with flat slabs, students will cut, fold and add surface detail and texture to create an owl! They will finish their bisque-fired owl using bright colors and an oil pastel resist technique. 8 -9 AM :Please drop your student off at the front car rider circle. We will gather before entering the main entrance together. I will release your child to their class line after clay club at the start of the school day. If you are running behind and the front entrance is locked, please remain with your child and we will check back frequently. 4:15-5:15 PM: I will gather students after dismissal at 4:08 in the art room. After the session is over, I will walk your child out to the front circle at 5:15 to your waiting vehicle. If you are running behind, please email if possible to let me know and I will remain with your child until you arrive. Note: If your child will be absent, please email to let me know and we can arrange to make up the session at another time.

Please join me after school for a basketball Empower hour. The first half we will be working on essential basketball skills encompass ball control (dribbling, passing), shooting, defending and court awareness Second half we will end with a lot of fun games, 5v5, 4v4 ( All skill levels welcomed )

Come and join Mrs. Kolb for crafting, snacks, and fun!

FUN Spring Mills Empower Hour courses to create messes, art and crafts with KidCreate Studio. Sniffable Snacks Art Class (K-5)Dive into a sensory adventure at Sniffable Snacks art class! Kids will create amazing projects like a bomb pop that smells fruity and fun, popcorn that smells fresh from the movie theater, and so many more Sniffable Snacks! Every masterpiece looks and smells like the real deal—blending creativity and fun with a whiff of magic! Pet Shop with Kidcreate Studio (K-5)Every kid dreams of owning a hamster or a dog or maybe a kitty! In this critter-filled class, their dream will come true . . . sort of! The kids will create pets of all shapes and sizes! We will work with clay, paint and draw too! No trips to the pet store are required!

FUN Higland Elementary Empower Hour courses to create messes, art and crafts with KidCreate Studio. Sniffable Snacks Art Class (K-5)Dive into a sensory adventure at Sniffable Snacks art class! Kids will create amazing projects like a bomb pop that smells fruity and fun, popcorn that smells fresh from the movie theater, and so many more Sniffable Snacks! Every masterpiece looks and smells like the real deal—blending creativity and fun with a whiff of magic! Pet Shop with Kidcreate Studio (K-5)Every kid dreams of owning a hamster or a dog or maybe a kitty! In this critter-filled class, their dream will come true . . . sort of! The kids will create pets of all shapes and sizes! We will work with clay, paint and draw too! No trips to the pet store are required!

FUN Spring Mills Empower Hour courses to create messes, art and crafts with KidCreate Studio. Sniffable Snacks Art Class (K-5)Dive into a sensory adventure at Sniffable Snacks art class! Kids will create amazing projects like a bomb pop that smells fruity and fun, popcorn that smells fresh from the movie theater, and so many more Sniffable Snacks! Every masterpiece looks and smells like the real deal—blending creativity and fun with a whiff of magic! Pet Shop with Kidcreate Studio (K-5)Every kid dreams of owning a hamster or a dog or maybe a kitty! In this critter-filled class, their dream will come true . . . sort of! The kids will create pets of all shapes and sizes! We will work with clay, paint and draw too! No trips to the pet store are required!

Please join me after school for a Floor Hockey Empower hour. We will review skills and instructions and make teams weekly and play. ( All skill levels welcomed )

Unlock the magic of creativity in our Heart and Soul Creations Club crafting class! Designed for kids of all skill levels, this hands-on workshop nurtures imagination, self-expression, and artistic confidence. What to Expect: Guided projects using a variety of crafting materials Encouraging and inclusive environment for all kids Opportunities to explore colors, textures, and design Fun, interactive learning that builds confidence and creativity Who It's For: Perfect for young artists looking to discover, create, and connect in a joyful space! Join us and spark creativity. All supplies are provided—just bring your excitement and ideas. Let’s craft something beautiful together!

Unlock the magic of creativity in our Heart and Soul Creations Club crafting class! Designed for kids of all skill levels, this hands-on workshop nurtures imagination, self-expression, and artistic confidence. What to Expect: Guided projects using a variety of crafting materials Encouraging and inclusive environment for all kids Opportunities to explore colors, textures, and design Fun, interactive learning that builds confidence and creativity Who It's For: Perfect for young artists looking to discover, create, and connect in a joyful space! Join us and spark creativity. All supplies are provided—just bring your excitement and ideas. Let’s craft something beautiful together!

Unlock the magic of creativity in our Heart and Soul Creations Club crafting class! Designed for kids of all skill levels, this hands-on workshop nurtures imagination, self-expression, and artistic confidence. What to Expect: Guided projects using a variety of crafting materials Encouraging and inclusive environment for all kids Opportunities to explore colors, textures, and design Fun, interactive learning that builds confidence and creativity Who It's For: Perfect for young artists looking to discover, create, and connect in a joyful space! Join us and spark creativity. All supplies are provided—just bring your excitement and ideas. Let’s craft something beautiful together!

Welcome to Ms. Chapman’s awesome after-school club! If you love building, creating, and using your imagination, this is the place for you! Kiddo’s in grades K-5 can come together after school to design cool projects, share ideas, and, most importantly, have tons of fun. We’ll be using LEGO® and other hands-on materials to build amazing things. You'll get to build with friends, try exciting challenges, and bring your wildest ideas to life. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and get ready for an adventure! All supplies provided.

Get ready to shuffle, deal, and play your way to fun! During Ms. Morgan's Empower Hour, students will dive into the exciting world of card games. From classics like Uno and Go Fish to strategic games like Speed, Crazy Eights, and even Euchre, there’s something for everyone.

Mrs. Page will be offering Owl Sports after school for boys and girls. Each empower hour will have modified rules and equipment depending on age level and amount of students. The program will host a variety of sports and games. The program will be held inside of the Oxbow gymnasium and will run directly after school until 5:07pm. Email Laura.page@hvs.org if you have any questions.

Get Ready to Shine with Pawsitivity Pals!Calling all smile-makers, high-five givers, and kindness spreaders! Join Pawsitivity Pals, our brand-new before-school Empower Hour where EVERY grade is welcome and every Wednesday is a wacky, wonderful, and wildly positive adventure!Each Wednesday morning, we’ll kick off the day with good vibes, giggles, and great friends. From making silly crafts that boost school spirit, to sending cheerful “happy-grams,” to highlighting awesome students in our “Student Spotlight,” we’ll dream up all kinds of fun ways to make everyone’s day a little brighter at Kurtz Elementary.Whether you’re in Kindergarten or 5th grade, come get your happy on and help make our school the kindest place around. When: Wednesdays before school Who: ALL grade levels welcome Why: Because smiles are contagious and kindness is cool!

Calling all silly storytellers, rhyme-makers, and daydream believers! Join us for Rhyme and Shine, the magical, before-school adventure where words wiggle, poems pop, and imaginations run wild (like unicorns on roller skates)! 🦄🎢Every Friday before school, we’ll dive into the wonderful world of poetry. Haikus, limericks, odes, acrostics—you name it, we’ll try it! Each week starts with a fun “mentor poem” to tickle our brains, and then we’ll write one together before setting off to create our own masterpieces. Want to write about talking tacos or flying dragons? Go for it! Don’t worry if you're just starting to write—Ms. Storm is here to help! She’ll be your idea-scribbler and word-helper for our littlest poets, and everyone will get friendly feedback to help their writing sparkle. At the end of the program we’ll put together our very own printed poetry magazine full of your amazing work—something you can show off to family, friends, and even your cat! When: Fridays before school Who: ALL grade levels welcome Why: Because your words are magic and your voice matters!So grab a pencil, bring your biggest ideas, and get ready to write, rhyme, and shine with your fellow poets at Rhyme and Shine with Ms. Storm

Come learn the power of robotics! This robotics program is geared toward helping students get comfortable with the world of coding and programming, all while having a blast and learning to work as a team. Some members of the HOT team will make appearances

This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for beginning to intermediate players. Our progression curriculum focuses on the whole player - teaching sportsmanship and teamwork. Boys and girls will learn the fundamentals of passing, shooting, ball handling, rebounding, and defense through skill-based instruction and small-sided scrimmages.

This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for beginning to intermediate players. Our progression curriculum focuses on the whole player - teaching sportsmanship and teamwork. Boys and girls will learn the fundamentals of passing, shooting, ball handling, rebounding, and defense through skill-based instruction and small-sided scrimmages.

Students will learn the fundamentals of swinging, putting, and body positioning. Skyhawks has adopted the SNAG (Starting New At Golf) system as its curriculum. SNAG, developed by the PGA, is specifically designed for the entry-level player; SNAG simplifies instruction so that young players can make an easy and effective transition onto the golf course. All equipment provided

Students will learn the fundamentals of swinging, putting, and body positioning. Skyhawks has adopted the SNAG (Starting New At Golf) system as its curriculum. SNAG, developed by the PGA, is specifically designed for the entry-level player; SNAG simplifies instruction so that young players can make an easy and effective transition onto the golf course. All equipment provided

Your young athlete will gain the technical skills and sport knowledge required for their next step into soccer. Areas of focus are dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control. By the end of the program, your child will have learned new life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship, made new friends and improved their soccer skills. Participants should bring a water bottle, sunscreen (outdoor only) and wear appropriate athletic attire.

Your young athlete will gain the technical skills and sport knowledge required for their next step into soccer. Areas of focus are dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control. By the end of the program, your child will have learned new life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship, made new friends and improved their soccer skills. Participants should bring a water bottle, sunscreen (outdoor only) and wear appropriate athletic attire.

Multi-Sport programs are designed to introduce young athletes to a variety of different sports in one setting. Athletes will learn the rules and essential skills of each sport, along with vital life lessons such as sportsmanship inclusion, and teamwork. Enjoy the benefits of exploring multiple sports while building lifelong skills with Skyhawks!

Multi-Sport programs are designed to introduce young athletes to a variety of different sports in one setting. Athletes will learn the rules and essential skills of each sport, along with vital life lessons such as sportsmanship inclusion, and teamwork. Enjoy the benefits of exploring multiple sports while building lifelong skills with Skyhawks!