After-school and Before-school, "Tuition-Based" Classes Information

In addition to the free "After School All-Stars" program that begins in October, Hawthorne PTA has also helped add some new after-school and before-school classes that are available to Hawthorne students on a tuition basis.  These programs are generally available in 8-10 week sessions that will roughly run from October to December, January-March, April-June.  No snack is provided before these classes, but students will have time to eat a snack they have brought before class starts.  Pick up for after-school classes will be at the North Basement Door #6.

The curriculum as well as the fees and sign-up procedures are handled by each individual instructor/vendor.  Please contact the vendor with questions.

The current offerings and schedule are as follows.  Additional classes may be added in the future as demand warrants.

NEW CLASSES ADDED!!  

JUDO Download Flyer Here //  Download Waiver // Download Registration Form

Instructor:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , Tohkon Judo Academy

Days and Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:45 - 4:00 pm, $176 for session (new students must by a uniform for $40),  Next Session begins in April.

Grades Allowed:  1st and older

Overview of Class: Have FUN while you learn throwing techniques, turnovers and pinning techniques.
Exercise - Stretch - Increase Strength, Speed, Flexibility, Coordination and Stamina
Learn Japanese Language and Culture - Increase Self Discipline and Inner Strength - Gain Respect for Yourself and Others

ALL-STAR SPORTS Download Flyer Here

Instructor:  Brian Ploof, We Got Game

Schedule: Thursdays, 2:45 - 3:45 pm, $135 for 10 weeks.  Next Session starts Sept 30th

Grades Allowed: K-3

Overview of Class: This class features a new sport or game each week. Some of the sports taught and played include basketball, floor hockey, soccer, dodgeball and more. The children have the opportunity to acquire new skills and develop confidence in games they have played in previous classes.  The class is held outside on the turf field if weather permits, otherwise in the gym.

DREAM BIG - Broadway Kids Download Flyer Here  //  Register Here

Instructor:  Lisa Lang, Dream Big Perfoming Arts Workshop

Schedule:  Thursdays, 2:45 - 3:45 pm, $130 for 10 weeks. Next Session Begins Sept 30th.

Grades Allowed:  1-4

Overview of Class:  If you love musical theater, this class is for you!  Come explore the foundations of theater with fun theater games, acting, improvisation, music and movement.  This class encourages a positive self-image and helps students take risks on stage while building confidence on-stage and off.  An informal performance will culminate this ensemble building experience.

JUST DANCE Download Flyer

Instructor: Joel Hall Dancers

Schedule: Wednesdays, 2:45 - 3:45 pm,  $157.50 for 9 weeks.  Next Session Begins Sept 29th

Grades Allowed:  1-4

Overview of Class:  This is a great introduction to different styles of dance for the young dancers. The class will incorporate a little ballet, a little jazz and a whole lot of fun. The students will work on stretch, strength, stamina and movement. The class is taught in a nurturing and motivating atmosphere.

ROBOT CITY WORKSHOP Download Flyer Here

Instructor:  Robot City Workshop

Schedule: Mondays, 2:45 - 3:45 pm, $175 for 8 weeks (includes robots, supplies, tools and class). Next Session Begins Sept 27th.

Grades Allowed: 2-5 (divided into 2 levels)

Overview of Class:  RobotCity Electronaughts are kids just like you who have an interest in machines and the parts that make them work. If you’ve ever wanted to build a robot, then this is your chance! Our program will teach you the basics you need to know about electronics, mechanical science, and hacking to jumpstart your journey into robotics!!!

MAD SCIENCE Download Flyer Here

Instructor:  Mad Science Chicago

Schedule: Wednesdays, 2:45 - 3:45 pm, $125 for 9 weeks.  Next Session Begins Sept 29th.

Grades Allowed: K-6.  Different age levels learn different subjects and do different experiments.

Overview of Class: NEW CLASSES!   Through the course of System 3, children will play engineer, chemist—and stunt pilot! Children will investigate physics fundamentals and bring their scientific minds to basic magic tricks. Your Mad Scientists will be shocked by what they learn about electricity, blown away by their experiments with air pressure, and swept away by the excitement of working with waves!

ART IN THE AFTERNOON Download Flyer Here

Instructor:  Kelley Shields

Schedule: Wednesdays, 2:45 - 4:00 pm, $185.  Next Session Begins April 7th

Grades Allowed: 2-6.  If you are 7th-8th grade and are interested in art class, return the bottom portion of the flyer.  If there is enough interest, a class can be added.

Overview of Class: This program artfully combines a broad range of skills and materials. Children engage in painting, drawing design, art history and critical thought. This program supports the desire of a child to create and develop his or her own artistic ideas. Help your child develop a love of art with Art In The Afternoon.

CRAZY FOR COMICS Download Flyer Here

Instructors: Alex Wald and Eric Kirsammer.  Alex is a former instructor at the American Academy of Art and graphic designer.
Eric is the owner of Chicago Comics and a comic book expert.

Schedule:  Tuesdays,  2:45 - 3:45 pm, $180 for 10 weeks. Next Session Begins Sept 28th .

Grades Allowed:  2-6

Overview of Class:  In this program, students will focus on reading and creating comics.  Students will learn how the professionals structure a story in comic book form, then they will then make a comic of their own.  We will start with a wordless comic and then work up to reading more complex stories.  Students will then get the opportunity to create a character of their own and make a story involving their creation.

CHESS WIZARDS - Download Flyer Here //  Register Here

Instructor:  Chess Wizards

Schedule: Friday PM, 2:30 - 3:30 PM, $72 for 9 weeks.  Next Session Begins Oct. 1st

Grades Allowed: K-8.

Overview of Class:    Chess Wizards offers a fun and intellectually-challenging Chess education and tournament experience to children of all ages and abilities. Our Chess Classes are held at schools, clubs, and Park Districts throughout Chicago and the  Chicagoland area.
The adaptive Chess Wizards program is designed for all levels of young chess players. The kids are divided into Novice Wizards, Intermediate Wizards, and Advanced Wizards. As a child masters his or her current wizardry program, he or she is promoted to the next level.

SPANISH HORIZONS Download Flyer Here //  Download Registration Form Here

Instructors: Ms. Nancy Arrieta & Ms. Angélica Tapia

Schedule: Mondays 8:00 – 8:45 AM

Grades Allowed: K-2 & 3-5

Overview of Class: Since 2004, the "YO HABLO ESPAÑOL" Spanish Program provided by Spanish Horizons has been successfully implemented in the Before School Program at Hawthorne. Specialized native experienced instructors help children learn the Spanish language and culture through visual prompts, music, games, and age appropriate activities based on a thematic unit approach. Children learn to speak Spanish quickly while having fun. Additionally, Spanish Classes offer students the proven cognitive benefits that learning a language offer while increasing their future opportunities as SPANISH is the second most spoken language in the U.S.

OUR APPROACH: Immersion, Thematic Units, Practical and Fun, Conversational, Culture, Age Appropriate Activities and Writing and Grammar for more advanced students.

PRORRATED TUITION AVAILABLE FOR LATE REGISTRATIONS. CONTACT US AT (773)348.7686 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it