Enrichment

6th Grade Enrichment

Enrichment Offerings - 6th Grade

Academic Offerings

Chess: 1st - 6th
JCDS is proud to partner with the Knight School to offer students the opportunity to explore the classic game of chess. Lessons will include strategy, game play, and other skills. Students will exercise their critical thinking skills through a variety of chess based games and activities. 

Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, or Friday 
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates: January 8 - May 17
Participation Fee(s): $110 Per Month + $40 Supply Fee (Chess Board)
Instructor: REB Phillips, The Knight School
Study Sharks: 4th-6th 
Learning doesn’t stop when the bell rings! Study Sharks provides a dedicated space where students can focus on completing homework, receive one on one and group assistance, and engage in independent learning. This class promotes effective time management, organization, and empowerment in a supportive atmosphere.  
 
Day(s): Tuesday
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates: January 8 - May 17
Participation Fee(s): $80.00 Per Month
Instructors: Todd Link, JCDS 5th & 6th Grade Teacher

Active Offerings

Soccer Team: 3rd - 6th
JCDS Soccer is a developmental program for athletes in 3rd through 6th grades. Players will develop basic soccer skills including ball handling, shooting, and passing to prepare for match play. Students will participate in regular practices and games, establishing good sportsmanship and building aerobic fitness. Teams will compete against other local independent schools throughout the season. 

Day(s): Monday (practice) & Tuesday (games)
Time: 3:05-4:45pm
Session Dates: March 19- May 10
Participation Fee(s): $150 Per Month 
Uniform Fee: $50 for all players. 
 



Volleyball Team: 3rd - 6th
JCDS Volleyball is a developmental program for athletes in third through sixth grades. Players will develop basic volleyball skills including serving, setting, hitting, and passing. Students will participate in regular practices, establishing good sportsmanship through regular drills and conditioning. Teams will compete against other local independent schools throughout the season and in a culminating tournament.

Practice Day: Monday 3:05-4:45 
Game Day: Thursday  4:30/5:30
Session Dates: January 8 - March 8
Participation Fee(s): $150 Per Month 
Uniform Fee: $50 for all players. 
Practice and Game day schedules TBD.


Sharks on the Run: 1st - 6th
Come join the JCDS Sharks on the Run group for a fun, active, and engaging running club with your friends. Students will work on proper preparation, stretching, stride and running technique, as well as pacing and gross motor skills. 

Day(s): Thursday
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates: January 8 - May 17
Participation Fee(s): $80.00 Per Month
Instructor(s): Kate Krawiec, Lower Elementary Team Lead


Yoga: 4th - 6th Grade
Yoga is a relaxing option for students after school. This class is designed to increase flexibility, coordination, strength, and muscle control. Students will learn individual and partner yoga poses, practice mindfulness exercises, and develop positive self-esteem.


Day(s): Tuesday
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates: January 8 - May 17
Participation Fee(s): $90.00 Per Month
Instructor: Liz McNairy, JCDS School Counselor
Flag Football: 3rd - 6th
JCDS Flag Football is a developmental program for athletes in 3rd through 6th grades. Players will develop basic flag football skills including offensive and defensive formations and plays, route running and receiving, and flag pulling. Students will participate in regular practices and games, establishing good sportsmanship and building aerobic fitness. Teams will compete against other local independent schools throughout the season.

Day(s): 
3rd & 4th: Monday (games 4:30/5:30) & Friday (practice)
5th & 6th:  Tuesday (games 4:30) & Friday (practice)
Practice Time: 3:05-4:45pm
Session Dates: January 8 - March 8
Participation Fee(s): $125 Per Month 
Uniform Fee: $50 for all players. 


 
 

Arts Offerings

Art Sharks: 5th & 6th
Art Sharks allows students to further explore  artistic passions through a variety of topics and mediums. Projects may include ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, multi-media works, and collaborative art. Small class sizes offer opportunities for projects determined by student interest. 

Day(s): Tuesday
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates: January 8 - May 17
Participation Fee(s): $110 Per Month 
Instructor: Emily Boquo


Dance: 3rd - 6th Grades
The JCDS Dance program allows students to study a variety of movement disciplines. Students develop fine motor skills, balance, and coordination, and build relationships with their peers. Our Intro to Dance class focuses on movement, basic steps, and skills.

Time: 3:05 - 4:30 p.m. OR 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Session Dates: January 8 - May 17
Participation Fee(s): See Fees Below
Instructor(s): Hannah Tucker- JCDS Dance Manager, Ashley Nelson, JCDS Dance Staff

Monday: Hip Hop- 3:05-4:30
Tuesday: Contemporary- 3:05-4:30
Wednesday: Jazz- 3:05-4:30
Thursday: Ballet- 3:05-4:30
Thursday: Tap- 4:30-5:30
Friday: Hip Hop- 3:05-4:30

Fee(s)
$80.00- 1 Class
$120.00- 2 Classes
$150.00- 3 Classes
$180.00- 4 Classes
$195.00- 5 Classes
$75- Costume Fee Per Class
Theatre Design: 5th & 6th New Program!
Newly added this year; Theatre Design! This class provides a hands-on introduction to theatrical design, tech, and production. Students will explore shaping the stage with costume and set design, prop construction, and stage management. This class will help create items needed for our Spring Musical Theatre production and offers opportunities to work backstage during shows. 

NOTE: Participation in Theatre Design does not interfere with performing in the spring musical. Students can take both classes. 

Day(s): Thursday 
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates: January 8 - May 17
Participation Fee(s): $115 per month 
Instructor(s): Lindsay Curry, Fine Arts Coordinator
Musical Theatre: 3rd - 6th
The JCDS Musical Theatre program is an exciting extension of our Acting, Improv, and Chorus classes. Students will explore introductory acting techniques, singing, character building, improv, movement, and speech, as we rehearse for our big Spring musical! 

NOTE: Students should plan to attend both days. 

Day(s): Wednesday & Friday
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates: January 8 - May 17
Participation Fee(s): $130 per month 
Instructor(s): Lindsay Curry, JCDS Fine Arts Coordinator & Jessica Barker, JCDS Music Specialist

 

Extended Care