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Session 3 Class Descriptions

Monday Courses

Read & Run (Grades K-4), $30

Our Enrichment class offers a balanced approach to physical and mental development. Kids will start each session with a warm-up of stretching and running/walking to get your heart pumping and your muscles ready (be prepared to run outside each week!) Then they’ll enjoy a healthy snack to fuel their minds and bodies, followed by engaging in read aloud or independent reading and AR testing with Mendota Teachers! Join this great new class to improve physical health and wellness, cognitive development, and healthy habits! **Running will take place outside!** Taught by Mendota teachers, Ms. Munson, Ms. Christiansen & Ms. Krohn.

Perler Beads (Grades K-4), $30

Join this class to create and explore perler beads. Taught by Mendota staff, Mr. Vitiritti.

Perler Beads 2 (Grades K-4), $30 **this class meets from 3:15-4:15

Join this class to create and explore perler beads. This class will only be held if capacity is reached and meets from 3:15-4:15. Taught by Mendota staff, Mr. Vitiritti.

Guitar (Grades 2-4), $30

Learn the basics of how to play the guitar and get started learning your favorite songs. Taught by Mike with Menard Music.

Bitsbox Coding (Grades 2-4), $30

Students will use their school iPads for a hands-on coding class. We will use Bitsbox to learn to code interactive games and apps that keep everyone engaged. We will start slow and by the end of session students should be able to code on their own using the online website and materials brought home each week.

Tuesday Courses

4th Grade Musical Drama Club - Grade 4 only, $50 for Tuesdays & Thursdays

Registration has already occurred for this course, and is still open. Join this class to help prepare for and practice for the 4th grade musical for those who are interested in playing a bigger role. This class meets Tuesdays & Thursdays and is $50. Taught by Mendota teachers Ms. Landmark and Mr. Hayes.

Kids Yoga (Grades K-4), $30

Kids yoga classes are fun, inspirational, educational, and unique
every time. We learn about our bodies, our emotions, and our energy through age appropriate yoga poses, creative movement, games, breath exercises, and stories. Students learn physical skills such as strength, balance, and flexibility as well as universal concepts such as cooperation, compassion and gratitude. Taught by Green Lotus instructors.

Board Games (Grades 1-3), $30

Do you like to play games? Come join Ms. Fliesl and Ms. Struzyk for an afternoon of games and fun! Practice games such as: Candyland, Sorry, Mancala, Chutes and Ladders, Connect Four and on! Taught by Mendota teachers, Ms. Flies & Ms. Struzyk.

Dungeons & Dragons - (Grades 3-4), $30

Kids will learn collaboration, problem solving, and storytelling, in the safe to “fail” environment of their imaginations while playing the most popular role playing strategy game in the world. Here they will create characters and be put in environments in which they will need to solve problems, avoid obstacles, and defeat enemies while working toward a common goal. Taught by previous Mendota student, Kari Bruestle.

3D Pen (Grades 3-4), $30

A 3D pen is a fun and useful tool for “drawing” three-dimensional objects! 3D pens are similar to hot glue guns but, instead of glue sticks, 3D pens melt plastic filament allowing students to use their imagination and creativity to create in three dimensions. Taught by Mendota staff, Mr. Vitiritti.

3D Pen 2 (Grades 3-4), $30 **this class meets from 3:15-4:15

A 3D pen is a fun and useful tool for “drawing” three-dimensional objects! 3D pens are similar to hot glue guns but, instead of glue sticks, 3D pens melt plastic filament allowing students to use their imagination and creativity to create in three dimensions. Taught by Mendota staff, Mr. Vitiritti. This class will only be held if capacity is reached and meets from 3:15-4:15.

Books and Illustrators! (Grades K-3), $30

Each week, we'll read and study a favorite book. Then kids will use directed drawing, visualizing and more to illustrate a part of the story. Taught by Mendota Teacher, Ms. Hockett

Wednesday Courses

Outside Flag Football (Grades 3-4), $30

Is your child ready to get outside and play? This class is an excellent opportunity to learn the rules of the game and get outside and play with friends. Taught by Mendota paraprofessional, Mr. Nick Kronschnabel.

Gleason’s Gymnastics (Grades K-4), $30

Come have fun with Sasha from Gleason’s Gymnastics and other Gleason Instructors. Mendota’s gym is transformed into a mini Gleason’s Gymnasium! Taught by Gleasons Gymnastics.

Junior Great Books: (Grades K-2), $30

Jr. Great Books incorporates listening skills, critical thinking and sharing ideas and/or

interpretive art or projects based on the rotating sets of classic stories and poems presented

each week. Taught by Ms. Killian, who has a passion for literacy.

Thursday Courses

4th Grade Musical Drama Club - Grade 4 only, $50 for Tuesdays & Thursdays

Registration has already occurred for this course, and is still open. Join this class to help prepare for and practice for the 4th grade musical for those who are interested in playing a bigger role. This class meets Tuesdays & Thursdays and is $50. Taught by Mendota teachers Ms. Landmark and Mr. Hayes.

Pickleball (Grades 2-4), $30

This after‑school pickleball class gives kids a fun, active way to learn the basics of the game through simple drills and upbeat mini‑matches. It’s perfect for young players who want to build skills, stay moving, and enjoy time with friends. Taught by Mr. Vitritti and Ms. Keane

Share the Love! (Grades K-1), $30

In this class, students will make cards, posters & more to encourage teachers, staff and others at Mendota (and beyond). We’ll also make Valentine cards and spread love and kindness…and we’ll have lots of fun in the process! Taught by Mendota Staff, Ms. Eddins

Friday Courses

Floor Hockey (Grades 3-4), $30

Come have fun playing floor hockey with classmates in the gym! Taught by Mendota paraprofessional, Mr. Nick. Kronschnabel.

Sledding (Grades K-4), $30

Keep your kids moving this winter with sledding and snow-based activities. It’s a great way for students to burn off extra energy and stay active during the coldest months of the year. Taught by Mr. Vitritti

Diamond Art (Grades 3-4), $30

Come make diamond art projects - stickers, magnets, key chains and relax with friends. Taught by Mendota parent, Natalie Dunphy.

Hot Wheels & Monster Trucks (Grades K-2), $30

Rev your engines, get ready set go. Spend the hour building different sets and racing around cars and trucks. Taught by Mendota Parent, Tina Hurley