Learn the world of simple machines made of LEGO^® and how much fun can be had with these unusual gizmos such as: a paper crinkler, spin machine and 3-in-a-row spinning minifigure game! These Bricks 4 Kidz LEGO^® builds are fun to build and even more fun to interact with.

Remix arcade classics by coding your own Pong, Snake, or Frogger using Lando's Scratch-based iPad app. Add boss battles, power-ups, and extra levels with teachers guiding just-right challenges so no one gets stuck or bored. Playtest with friends to see who can beat your game, then take home a link to keep coding after class.

This post-beginner/intermediate level class is for those with a solid grasp of chess fundamentals. Potential students are expected to already know: chessboard terminology and square identification; how the various pieces move and capture, plus their relative values; pawn promotion; the crucial concepts of check, checkmate, and stalemate; the special move of castling; opening goals and principles; basic tactics; endgame checkmates using major pieces; and last, but not least, good chess etiquette. Potential students unfamiliar with more than a couple of these basic topics, or unable to achieve checkmate in games they are clearly winning, would probably be better served enrolling in the AEF/ACC novice/beginner level class, "Chess: First Year".

AEF/ACC afterschool chess classes are split time-wise between instruction and supervised play. Instruction will focus on learning tactics and strategy through the explanation of games and positions from historical players and events, and/or current top-level competitions. The instructor will organize and run an unofficial tournament during the last 3-5 weeks of this level course, with labeled medals as awards for all participants upon completion.

All enrolled students earn and accumulate points towards ACC's Royalty Loyalty Program (RLP) rewards by participating in the instruction half of class and playing with good chess etiquette afterwards. RLP rewards consist of chess-related items, including chess puzzle books and equipment.

With its nearly 1,500 years of history, chess is arguably the greatest and most popular board game of all time. Numerous studies have suggested that learning and playing chess at an early age can yield various benefits regarding cognitive skills. Confidence, decision-making, and sportsmanship are other areas of potential improvement. The benefits and enjoyment of chess can last a lifetime!

This novice/beginner level class teaches and reinforces (through sample/model games & positions) the fundamentals of chess. Topics to be covered include: chessboard terminology and square identification; how the various pieces move and capture, plus their relative values; pawn promotion; the crucial concepts of check, checkmate, and stalemate; the special move of castling; opening goals and principles; basic tactics; endgame checkmates using major pieces; and last, but not least, good chess etiquette.

Students are only ready for the AEF/ACC post-beginner/intermediate level chess class, "Chess: Beyond the Basics", when they have a solid foundation based on the fundamentals, and can achieve checkmate in games they are clearly winning. For most younger students (1st-3rd graders), at least two semesters of chess instruction are generally needed to reach this level of proficiency (older students may only require one). The ACC instructor can advise parents, guardians, and/or students themselves when they are ready for the next level class.

AEF/ACC afterschool chess classes are split time-wise between instruction and supervised play. All enrolled students earn and accumulate points towards ACC's Royalty Loyalty Program (RLP) rewards by participating in the instruction half of class and playing with good chess etiquette afterwards. RLP rewards consist of chess-related items, including chess puzzle books and equipment.

With its nearly 1,500 years of history, chess is arguably the greatest and most popular board game of all time. Numerous studies have suggested that learning and playing chess at an early age can yield various benefits regarding cognitive skills. Confidence, decision-making, and sportsmanship are other areas of potential improvement. The benefits and enjoyment of chess can last a lifetime!

This imaginative art class invites students to create beautiful projects using recycled and natural materials! From suncatchers to stamps and coasters, we’ll explore texture, color, and design using items like cardboard, yarn, leaves, dried flowers, and clay—proving that art can be both creative and kind to our planet.

Premier Track and Field Classes for Kids focus on:

• Introductory Skills – Students will be introduced to a number of events in Olympic track and field. Javelin, shot put, discus, sprints, relay races and more.
• Safety – The field equipment is all designed for safe use by youth.

Young chefs will discover how different foods provide our bodies with the energy we need to learn, play, and grow. We'll explore the essential nutrients and learn to identify balanced meals that are both tasty and energizing. Through hands-on cooking activities, we'll create simple and delicious recipes packed with the right kinds of fuel to keep us going strong all day long, understanding how our food choices directly impact our energy levels and overall health.

Join us for an epic world of acrylic painting where you’ll finish a new painting every class. Learn about the painting styles of the old masters and paint one of their famous paintings from Van Gogh’s swirls and Monet’s lilies to Da Vinci’s portraits and Turner’s stormy seas. We’ll master light, shadows, and textures while recreating masterpieces by Degas, Munch, and Vermeer. Grab a brush and take home a beautiful new masterpiece every week! See Mandar’s art and testimonials at www.mandarfineart.com

Designed for students of all Chinese backgrounds—from complete beginners to heritage and\ intermediate learners—Joyful Thoughts offers a structured, topic-based Chinese enrichment program that makes language learning engaging, practical, and meaningful. Students explore real-world topics through hands-on projects, collaborative learning, and meaningful communication. Every lesson is built around a purposeful Final Delivery, giving students a clear goal while encouraging active language use throughout the learning process. Lessons develop listening, speaking, reading (Simplified Chinese), and introductory writing through exploration, creativity, and real-life communication. Each semester introduces new interdisciplinary topics while systematically revisiting and expanding previously learned language, allowing both new and returning students to make continuous progress through fresh learning experiences.

Program Highlights:

• Designed for learners of all Chinese backgrounds
• Structured, topic-based Chinese enrichment
• Learn Chinese through exploration and real-life communication
• Every lesson builds toward a meaningful Final Delivery
• Hands-on projects and collaborative learning
• New interdisciplinary topics every semester
• Spiral language progression aligned with the YCT and HSK frameworks
• No prior Chinese experience required

Have fun while making beautiful bracelets, necklaces, earrings, backpack charms, and more! We will use an assortment of beads and charms, including faceted glass beads and gems. Students will learn how to fashion beaded jewelry with beading wire, eye pins, crimp beads, and elastic. Your child will learn how to coordinate their jewelry by experimenting with color and patterns. Each child will have their own personal box of beads to work from as they create their unique pieces.

Premier 1on1 Sports is excited to be back at with our popular soccer program. Experienced coaches will concentrate on skill development for class participants. This program is fun for all participants with a lot of game play. Come join the fun !!

Spy School is an action-packed after-school class where kids become young agents, exploring spy skills like code-breaking, disguise, and secret communication. Through hands-on experiments, gadget-building, and mystery-solving, students boost STEM knowledge, creativity, and confidence while having fun with fellow detectives.