Villa Montessori School Elementary I (Grades 1-3) Enrichment Classes for the 2025-2026 School Year
EACH CLASS TITLE BELOW IS A REGISTRATION LINK.
ALL LINKS FOR E1 ENRICHMENTS GO LIVE AT 7 PM ON TUESDAY, 8/12
E1 CLASSES:
Lego Building (Mondays)
Grades: 1- 3
Description: Students will work in groups of 2 to create the challenge of the day, through cooperation, collaboration, and communication. They will construct the challenge using Lego, Brain Flakes, or Magnetix. After the building is complete, each group will share its masterpiece with the class before it destroys it for its next session. Elementary I Assistant Teacher Ariana Sandoval will teach this class.
Science (Mondays)
Grades: 1- 3
Description: Students in 1st through 3rd grade will explore hands-on experiments and exciting projects that introduce basic scientific concepts in a fun and engaging way. Each week focuses on a new theme designed to spark imagination and encourage discovery. No prior experience needed—just a love for asking "why?" and a readiness to explore! Makala Close-Haines, Special Education, will teach this class.
Taekwondo (Mondays)*
Grades: 1 – 6 (This class will be a combined class - E1 and E2)
*This class will be located primarily outside
Description: Students will engage in physical training exercises promoting coordination, strength, flexibility, and control. In addition to these, students will learn life skills such as respect, confidence, focus, and self-discipline. This class is taught by highly trained and experienced instructors from JSK TAEKWONDO.
Music and Movement (Tuesdays)
Grades: 1- 3
Description: This class combines singing, dancing, and rhythmic play to stimulate the body and mind. Through a mix of familiar tunes and new melodies, children will have the opportunity to clap, stomp, sway, and jump to the beat, all while learning the basics of rhythm, melody, and coordination. The class encourages creativity, social interaction, and self-expression in a supportive environment. Some songs will incorporate ribbon, scarves, and tumbling at a safe and age-appropriate level. Elementary I Assistant Teacher Arianna Sandoval will teach this class.
Villa Service Club (Tuesdays)
Grades: 1- 3
Description: Service Club offers 1st through 6th-grade students the chance to engage in meaningful community service activities. Through hands-on projects, the goal is to inspire young minds to make a difference in their local community while learning the importance of giving back and helping others. Elementary Campus Librarian Kaila Durocher will teach this class.
Buddy the Ball Tennis Club (Tuesdays)*
Grades: 1-3
*This class will be located primarily outside
Description: For students, we bring an engaging and entertaining approach to tennis; with Buddy as our mascot and the main character in our books, we spark their imagination. Our multicolored wristbands are similar to the martial arts colored belts, where our athletes feel a sense of achievement as they progress and learn. Buddy's Tennis Class is a confidence builder. It's instilling a feeling of belonging to a club. Students enrolled will receive a buddy-the-ball tennis ball with a carrying pouch, coloring books, color bands, and a shirt after their first test.
Hispanic Culture Connections (Wednesdays)*
Grades: 1- 6
*This class will be a combined class (E1 and E2).
Description: Immerse yourself in the language and cultural diversity with games, arts, crafts, and cuisine. Students will learn the Spanish language and ancient civilizations, and present the customs they learned through puppet theater. Elementary 504/SpEd Assistant Carmen Tellez will teach this class.
Arts and Crafts Club (Thursdays)*
Grades: 1-6
*This class will be a combined class (E1 and E2)
Description: Students will create different forms of art using multiple mediums and techniques. Elementary Campus Librarian Kaila Durocher will teach this class.
Hip-Hop/Jazz Class (Thursdays)
Grade: 1- 3
Description: In this class, students will learn jazz, hip-hop, and breakdancing moves. We will listen to fun, age-appropriate music, all while learning dance moves. There will be an open house in the winter and spring to showcase what they've learned. This class will be taught by Kristen Wright, Principal of Six Step Dance Company.
Beginners Chess (Thursdays)
Grade: 1- 3
Description: Chess Club for New Students. This class is an introductory course in chess for students starting out in the game. Chess Emporium teaches a fun and exciting introduction to the game of chess. Chess club begins by teaching students how to play the game, then students will learn about chess openings, tactics, and endgames. After a weekly lesson, the students will practice games with their friends in the club. Studies by major corporations and universities have shown that chess can help students improve their math and verbal skills as well as their creative and critical thinking abilities. Chess also provides helpful insights into mathematics, visualization, analysis, and writing skills. Frederick Neumann, Chess Emporium, LLC will teach this class.
Advanced Chess (Thursdays)
Grade: 1- 3
Description: Chess Club for More Advanced Students. This class is an introductory course in chess for students who are already familiar with the basics of the game of chess. Chess Emporium teaches a fun and exciting introduction to the game of chess with more in-depth training opportunities for returning students. Chess club begins by teaching students how to play the game, then students will learn about chess openings, tactics, and endgames. After a weekly lesson, the students will practice games with their friends in the club. Studies by major corporations and universities have shown that chess can help students improve their math and verbal skills as well as their creative and critical thinking abilities. Chess also provides helpful insights into mathematics, visualization, analysis, and writing skills. This class will be taught by Frederick Neumann, Chess Emporium, LLC.
Handicrafts (Fridays)
Grade: 1-3
Description: Children will learn and grow in a fun and creative environment. As time permits, students will make a variety of handmade decorative objects, including cross-stitch, embroidery, sewing, and more. Elementary II Assistant Teacher Shawn Quinley will teach this class.
Sports of all Sorts (Wednesdays)*
Grades: 1- 3
*This class will be located primarily outside
Description: To teach morals, ethics, and values through sports, we will engage in new games and popular P.E. favorites. Students will have an opportunity to play with students from other classes, encouraging sportsmanship. Physical Education Director Coach EJ will teach this class. *Important Information about Sports of all sorts. Please read the following. There will be a total of 4 sessions, each session having its own registration link available at the time the class opens. Right now, we are only taking registrations for Session 1: September 3 – September 24, 2025. Registration for future sessions will be forthcoming. Session 1 will include 4 weeks of play, with a one-time charge of $72 for non-Circle and $62 for Circle. NON-REFUNDABLE.