At Brockton, we know the importance of balance. Our students are encouraged to try new things and make time for the activities they enjoy. Joining a team or club is a fantastic way for students to have a break from their studies, while also learning new skills, making friends, practicing teamwork, and developing leadership skills.
Brockton School is proud to offer over 60 extracurricular and athletic options throughout the year. This booklet gives a brief idea of the types of activities on offer for the Winter term.
The following are provisional schedules and are subject to change. Other activities may be added at a later date, and confirmation of practice and game times and locations will be available at the start of the term.
Activities will be hosted at Brockton School unless otherwise specified. Senior School clubs run on a rolling enrollment basis from September to June. Students are encouraged to register and start joining these clubs after the November Break. Exceptions: The two clubs offered by L’Ecoline Group—Painting and French Club—will only run from January 8th to March 5th and meet on Wednesday afternoons. Film club will also begin in January.
JUNIOR SCHOOL WINTER SCHEDULE
MONDAY
Girls Basketball
Grades 4 - 5
7:15 - 8:15 | Starts Nov 18
Climbing
Grades 4 - 5 | Fee-based 7:00 - 8:00 | Jan 7 - Mar 4
The Hive Climbing & Fitness
BEFORE SCHOOL
Boys Basketball Grades 4 - 5 7:15 - 8:15 | Starts Nov 20
Cub Care (JK) & Cub Club (K - Grade 5) Runs from the end of the school day to 5:30pm
Robo Planet Grades 2 - 3 | Fee-based 3:20 - 4:30 | Jan 10 - Mar 7
Field Sports
Grades K - 2 | Fee-based 3:20 - 4:30 | Jan 10 - Mar 14
November 5, 2024
SENIOR SCHOOL WINTER SCHEDULE
MONDAY TUESDAY
Run Club
Grades 6 - 12
7:30 - 8:15 | Starts Jan 13
Lynn Canyon
Film Club
Grades 10 - 12 Starts Jan 13
Harry Potter Club
Grades 6 - 12
Reach for the Top Grades 8 - 12
Climbing
Grades 6 - 12 | Fee-based
7:00 - 8:00 | Jan 7 - Mar 4
The Hive Climbing & Fitness
Grade 6 Girls Basketball
Grade 6
7:15 - 8:15 | Starts Nov 19
Leadership Liaisons
Grades 6 - 7
WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
BEFORE SCHOOL
Junior Specialized Ensemble*
Grades 7- 8
7:30 - 8:15
POD Book Club
Grades 6 - 7
7:45 - 8:15
LUNCHTIME
Community Action Teams
Grades 7 - 12
POD Science Club
Grades 6 - 7 Week 1 only
Grade 7 Girls Basketball
Grade 7 7:15 - 8:15 | Starts Nov 21
Junior & Senior Boys Basketball Grades 8 - 12 7:15 - 8:15 | Starts Nov 22
Homework Club
Grades 6 - 8
3:30 - 4:30
Senior Choir
Grades 7 - 12
3:30 - 4:30
Math Empowering/Peer
Tutoring
Grades 6 - 12 3:30 - 4:30
Grade 6 Girls Basketball
Grade 6
3:30 - 4:20 | Starts Nov 18
Junior Boys Basketball
Grades 8 - 10
3:45 - 5:15 | Starts Nov 18
John Braithwaite Rec Centre
Senior Boys Basketball
Grades 11 - 12
3:45 - 5:15 | Starts Nov 18
John Braithwaite Rec Centre
POD Boys Basketball
Grades 6 - 7
4:20 - 5:30 | Starts Nov 18
Warhammer/Magic Club
Grades 6 - 12
3:30 - 4:30
Junior Boys Basketball
Grades 8 - 10
3:45 - 5:15 | Starts Nov 19
John Braithwaite Rec Centre
Senior Boys Basketball Grades 11 - 12
3:45 - 5:15 | Starts Nov 19
John Braithwaite Rec Centre
Grade 7 Girls Basketball
Grade 7
4:20 - 5:30 | Starts Nov 19
Alpine Ski & Snowboard Team
Grades 8 - 12
5:00 - 7:00 | Starts Dec 17 Mt Seymour
AFTER SCHOOL
French Club
Grades 6 - 8 | Fee-based
2:15 - 4:00 | Jan 8 - Mar 5
Painting Club
Grades 6 - 8 | Fee-based
2:15 - 4:00 | Jan 8 - Mar 5
Dungeons & Dragons Grades 6 - 12
Duke of Edinburgh Grades 9 - 12
Dungeons & Dragons
Grades 6 - 12
French Conversation Club
Grades 9 - 12
SOGI Club
Grades 6 - 12
Crochet Club
Grades 6 - 8 | 3:30 - 4:30
Homework Club
Grades 6 - 8 | 3:30 - 4:30
Karaoke
Grades 6 - 12 | 3:30 - 4:30
Science Club *Week 1 Only*
Grades 8 - 12 | 3:30 - 4:15
POD Boys Basketball
Grades 6 - 7 4:20 - 5:30
Alpine Ski & Snowboard Team
Grades 8 - 12
5:00 - 7:00 | Starts Dec 21 Mt Seymour
Senior School teams and clubs will return immediately following November break, unless otherwise specified/communicated. Non-athletic clubs are ongoing throughout the year (with the exception of French Club, Painting Club, and Film Club, which will begin in January).
Updated November 5, 2024
FEE-BASED ACTIVITIES
Although the majority of our extracurricular activities are included in tuition fees, we have the opportunity to welcome outside providers throughout the year. Please note that spaces are limited, and will be awarded on a first come first serve basis.
BALL LAB - $250
Grades 2 - 3
Expert coaches from the Ball Lab Academy, including founder Bijan Jiany himself, deliver age appropriate basketball sessions for students to develop their skills and experience a fun introduction to basketball.
CLIMBING - $248
The Hive Climbing & Fitness
Grades 4 - 5
Rock climbing is a popular club that allows students to develop their climbing skills. The program incorporates lessons and provides students the skills they need to safely pursue this adventure sport. While climbing, students learn new movement and motor skill patterns and developing creative strategies to find their own path to the top. When students are not climbing, they will be supporting their peers.
FIELD SPORTS - $202.50
Private Coaching Co.
Grades K to 2
Students in Field Sports have the opportunity to try out a range of age and developmentally appropriate team sports, including handball, flag football, tag games, and many more. This is a great opportunity to be active at the end of the day, develop skills, and experience some fun team sports!
FRENCH CLUB - $315
L’Ecoline Group
Grades 6 to 8
The French Club provides students with a supportive environment to enhance their French language skills. Through activities and interactions with knowledgeable instructors, students will explore French culture and develop their confidence.
LINGUISTIC-CREATIVE CRAFT - $248
Yoho Explorer Youth Academy
Grades K - 2
The Linguistic-Creative Craft program is designed for young, active, and creative children. Taking advantage of the prime years for a child’s linguistic
development, students will explore the fundamental concepts of the global writing and phonemic systems. The program is embedded with music and games, utilizes seasonally focused themes. Children will learn through lots of hands-on projects, both from nature and various materials to keep it interactive and fun.
MINDFUL KIDS YOGA
$200 (GRADE 3 - 5) & $214.33 (GRADE K - 2)
Lindsay Deakin, Yoga Instructor
Grades K to 2 & 3 to 5
Students participating in this club will learn yoga poses, meditation techniques, and create mindful crafts, while meaningfully connecting with the community.
PAINTING CLUB - $255
L’Ecoline Group
Grades 6 to 8
The Painting Club provides a nurturing environment for students to explore their creativity and express themselves through art. Guided by experienced instructors, students experiment with various painting techniques, mediums, and styles to unleash their artistic potential.
ROBO PLANET - $236.25
Robo Planet
Grades K to 1 & 2 to 3
This robotics-based program is designed to introduce young learners to foundational concepts in robotics, engineering, and science while encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork. Through hands-on activities and interactive workshops, students will develop important STEM skills and gain exposure to realworld problem-solving. Every participant can be an innovator and a leader.
Expert coaches from the Ball Lab Academy, including founder Bijan Jiany himself, deliver age appropriate basketball sessions for students to develop their skills and experience a fun introduction to basketball.
BOYS BASKETBALL | Grades 4 - 5 | Practice Location: Brockton Gym
Commitment: 1x practice per week
The Grade 4 & 5 Boys Basketball team is a great opportunity to develop core basketball skills and test them out in some matches against other local schools.
The Grade 4 & 5 Girls Basketball team is a great opportunity to develop core basketball skills and test them out in some matches against other local schools.
CLIMBING
Grades 4 - 5 | Practice Location: The Hive Climbing & Fitness
Commitment: 1x practice per week
Rock climbing is a popular club that allows students to develop their climbing skills. The program incorporates lessons and provides students the skills they need to safely pursue this adventure sport. While climbing, students learn new movement and motor skill patterns and developing creative strategies to find their own path to the top. When students are not climbing, they will be supporting their peers. This is a feebased program.
FIELD SPORTS
Grades K to 2 | Practice Location: Brockton Gym
Commitment: 1x practice per week
Students in Field Sports have the opportunity to try out a range of age and developmentally appropriate team sports, including handball, flag football, tag games, and many more. This is a great opportunity to be active at the end of the day, develop skills, and experience some fun team sports! This is a fee-based program provided by Private Coaching Co.
INTRAMURAL SOCCER
Grades 3 to 5 | Practice Location: Brockton School
Commitment: drop in
The Community Action Team for School Spirit (CAT-SS) student leaders host this lunchtime club, offering intramural activities once a week. Sessions cycle through different sports, and students can come as often or as little as they like as they participate all in the name of house team points! Information will be communicated to students via school assemblies and homeroom teachers.
RUN CLUB
Grades 3 to 5 | Practice Location: Lynn Canyon
Commitment: 1x practice per week
The Junior Run Club is all about fun! No competitions or races, just a great personal challenge to take advantage of the world class surroundings Brockton is located in. Guided by enthusiastic staff, students can enjoy non-competitive weekly jogs/runs through Lynn Canyon.
JUNIOR SCHOOL CLUBS - WINTER 2024/25
ART CLUB
Grades K to 2 | Location: Brockton School
Students in Art Club have the opportunity to learn and practice different artistic skills, and explore various mediums while creating their own unique art projects. This is a favourite club amongst our creative learners, where students will blow you away with their masterpieces.
BOARD GAMES CLUB
Grades 1 to 5 | Location: Brockton School
Students in Games Club learn fun new board games, practice old ones, work together on cooperative games with their peers from various grades. Games encourage teamwork, strategic thinking and sportsmanship. Whether it is Chess, Checkers, Connect 4, or a puzzle, this is a club you do not want to miss.
DRAMA CLUB
Grades 3 to 5 | Location: Brockton School
Students in Drama Club have the opportunity to express themselves creatively through various drama games, activities, role-play, and performing short scenes for each other. There may also be opportunity to perform for bigger audiences in assemblies!
FUN WITH WOOL
Grades 3 to 5 | Location: Brockton School
Students will have their stab at various crafts using wool. Whether a seasoned knitter or first-timer, this club will sure to be an exciting one!
JUNIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Grades 4 to 5 | Location: Brockton School
Brockton’s Junior Leadership team provides opportunities for students in Grades 4 & 5 to explore their leadership potential and develop the communication and thinking skills needed to take action in their community. Students learn to write newsletters, design posters, present in assemblies, make calls to organizations, and promote service, action, and school spirit.
LINGUISTIC-CREATIVE CRAFT
Kindergarten to Grade 2 | Location: Brockton School
The Linguistic-Creative Craft program is designed for young, active, and creative children. Taking advantage of the prime years for a child’s linguistic development, students will explore the fundamental concepts of global writing and phonemic systems. The program is embedded with music and games, and children will learn through lots of hands-on projects, both from nature and various materials to keep it interactive and fun. This is a fee-based program provided by Yoho Explorer Youth Academy.
MINDFUL KIDS YOGA
K to Grade 2 AND Grades 3 to 5 | Location: Brockton School
Students participating in this club will learn yoga poses, meditation techniques, and create mindful crafts, while meaningfully connecting with the community. This is a fee-based program provided by Lindsay Deakin, yoga teacher and meditation instructor.
ROBO PLANET
Grades K to 1 AND 2 to 3 | Location: Brockton School
This robotics-based program is designed to introduce young learners to foundational concepts in robotics, engineering, and science while encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork. Through hands-on activities and interactive workshops, students will develop important STEM skills and gain exposure to real-world problem-solving. Every participant can be an innovator and a leader. This is a fee-based program, provided by Robo Planet.
SENIOR SCHOOL ATHLETICS - WINTER 2024/25
ALPINE SKI & SNOWBOARD
Grades 8 - 12 | Practice Location: Mt Seymour
Commitment: 1-2x practices per week + races as scheduled
The Alpine Team is a competitive team that will practice together on local mountains and compete in the North Shore Secondary Schools Athletic Association (NSSSAA) league.
Prior Experience: Note that this team requires experience to participate. Students will be expected to be confident skiers/snowboarders who can carve turns on black runs.
BASKETBALL
GRADE 6 GIRLS | Practice Location: Brockton Gym
Commitment: 2x practices per week + games as scheduled
The Grade 6 girls basketball team is a great opportunity to develop core basketball skills and put them to the test against other local schools. This team will be entered into the ISEA league which culminates in the Grade 6 ISEA Playday tournament at the end of the season.
GRADE 7 GIRLS | Practice Location: Brockton Gym
Commitment: 2x practices per week + games as scheduled
The Grade 7 girls basketball team is a great opportunity to develop core basketball skills and put them to the test against other local schools. As part of the Grade 7 program, the team will be entered into the ISEA league, as well as two full day tournaments (SJS Dig It and The Cavs Classic). Pending numbers, there may be an opportunity for a small number of Grade 6 athletes to earn a place on this team roster.
POD BOYS | Grades 6 to 7 | Practice Location: Brockton Gym
Commitment: 2x practices per week + games as scheduled
The Grade 6 & 7 boys basketball team is a great opportunity to develop core basketball skills and represent a competitive team in the Independent Schools Elementary Association (ISEA) League.
JUNIOR BOYS | Grades 8 to 10 | Practice Location: Brockton Gym & John Braithwaite Rec Centre
Commitment: 2x practices per week + games as scheduled
The Junior Boys Basketball team is a great opportunity to develop core basketball skills and represent a competitive team in the Greater Vancouver Independent Schools Athletic Association (GVISSA) league.
SENIOR BOYS | Grades 11 to 12 | Practice Location: Brockton Gym & John Braithwaite Rec Centre
Commitment: 2x practices per week + games as scheduled
The Senior Boys Basketball team is a great opportunity to play basketball and represent a competitive team in the Greater Vancouver Independent Schools Athletic Association (GVISSA) league.
CLIMBING
Grades 6 - 12 | Practice Location: The Hive Climbing & Fitness
Commitment: 1x practice per week
Rock climbing is a popular club that allows students to develop their climbing skills. The program incorporates lessons and provides students the skills they need to safely pursue this adventure sport. While climbing, students learn new movement and motor skill patterns and developing creative strategies to find their own path to the top. When students are not climbing, they will be supporting their peers. This is a feebased program
RUN CLUB
Grades 6 to 12 | Practice Location: Lynn Canyon
Commitment: 1x practice per week
The Senior Run Club is all about fun and personal achievement, and is a great personal challenge to take advantage of the world class surroundings Brockton is located in. Note that runners should be confident when running longer distances from between 4-6 km.
SENIOR SCHOOL CLUBS - WINTER 2024/25
CROCHET CLUB
Grades 6 to 8 | Location: Brockton School
This club welcomes all crafting enthusiasts to add crocheting to their repertoire. Whether students are firsttimers or experts, all are welcome to join in to create beautiful projects, while connecting with peers.
DUKE OF EDINBURGH
Grades 9 to 12 | Location: Brockton School + local trails
The Duke of Edinburgh Award is an internationally recognised program where students build skills and confidence while setting and working towards goals in areas such as service, physical recreation, and adventurous journeys. Dedicated participants are able to achieve internationally recognized awards at the bronze, silver, and gold levels.
DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS
Grades 6 to 12 | Location: Brockton School
The Dungeons and Dragons Club creates a space for Brockton students to make connections with peers, engage creatively, and build confidence. All students are welcome - from seasoned players to curious beginners!
Updated November 5, 2024
FILM CLUB - BEGINNING JANUARY 13
Grades 6 to 12 | Location: Brockton School
This club is designed to provide students a platform to watch films that will stir analysis, debates, and interesting conversations. Films are usually chosen during club time, watched at home, and discussed at the following meeting. The Film Club also hosts various events for the Junior and Senior School students, including Brockton’s Film Festival each spring.
FRENCH CLUB - BEGINNING JANUARY 8
Grades 6 to 8 | Location: Brockton School
The French Club provides students with a supportive environment to enhance their French language skills. Through activities and interactions with knowledgeable instructors, students will explore French culture and develop their confidence. This is a fee-based program, provided by L’ecoline Group.
FRENCH CONVERSATION CLUB
Grades 9 to 12 | Location: Brockton School
The French Conversation Club is open to all senior school students who like to speak French. The club will offer a casual place for French speakers of various skill levels (beginners, intermediate or native speakers) to practice the French language. Students will have the opportunity to collaboratively design activities and games to enhance their French language skills. The aim of this club is to support students in speaking french confidently.
HARRY POTTER CLUB
Grades 6 to 12 | Location: Brockton School
This club is for Harry Potter enthusiasts, who want to expand their familiarity with the expanded Potterverse. Activities include various trivia board games and virtual games, fun discussions, and general Harry Potter loving glory. Whether you are a Hufflepuff or a Slytherin, you won’t find a more magical club!
HOMEWORK CLUB
Grades 6 to 8 | Location: Brockton School
Homework Club is an after-school program designed to provide students with a supportive environment to complete their homework and receive academic assistance (particularly those who may not have access to resources or help at home). This club will not only assist students in completing their homework and understanding academic concepts but also provide a quiet, structured space conducive to studying and learning. It will also help students develop effective study habits and organizational skills.
KARAOKE CLUB
Grades 6 to 12 | Location: Brockton School
The Karaoke Club is the perfect spot to let loose and show off your inner pop star! We meet weekly to sing everything from chart-toppers to old-school hits, with a fun, supportive vibe where everyone’s welcome. Come sing your heart out and cheer each other on!
MATH EMPOWERMENT & PEER TUTORING
Grades 6 to 12 | Location: Brockton School
Math Empowerment & Peer Tutoring provides support and enrichment to students in math. It assists students in understanding and mastering mathematical concepts and skills and helps students build confidence in their mathematical abilities through guided practice and support. In addition to teacher support, all students are paired with peers from higher grades or those who demonstrate proficiency in mathematics in specific areas, which fosters a collaborative learning environment where students can learn from each other.
PAINTING CLUB
- BEGINNING JANUARY 8
Grades 6 to 8 | Location: Brockton School
The Painting Club provides a nurturing environment for students to explore their creativity and express themselves through art. Guided by experienced instructors, students experiment with various painting techniques, mediums and styles to unleash their artistic potential. This is a fee-based program, provided by L’Ecoline Group.
POD BOOK CLUB
Grades 6 to 7 | Location: Brockton School
The POD Book Club is an exciting opportunity for book lovers and readers in Grades 6 and 7 to come together to read, discuss and explore both fiction and non-fiction books and movies (and enjoy hot chocolate on occasion)!
POD SCIENCE CLUB
Grades 6 to 7 | Location: Brockton School
The POD Science Club is a club that is dedicated to enriching Grade 6 and 7 students’ exposure to experiments and practical Science outside of the traditional curriculum. The club is a fun way for students to explore the world of Science and to further develop their investigative skills. The club takes place every fortnight during Wednesday lunchtime, with a sign-up sheet being shared a week in advance.
REACH FOR THE TOP
Grades 8 to 12 | Location: Brockton School
The Reach for the Top team participates in the Schoolreach program for high school students. The Reach team represents Brockton against peer schools in a fast-paced trivia challenge that tests both their knowledge and speed of recall. Students from Grades 8 to 12 participate in Junior and Senior teams in the BC league that occurs from November to April each school year.
SCIENCE CLUB
Grades 6 to 12 | Location: Brockton School
The Science Club is dedicated to fostering a love for science and discovery among students. It offers members the opportunity to delve deeper into various scientific disciplines such as biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science through interactive activities and experiments. Pending student interest, engagement in competitions may be explored.
SENIOR CHOIR
Grades 7 to 12 | Location: Brockton School
The Senior Vocal Ensemble provides Grades 7–12 students with an opportunity to develop their ensemble singing skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. Rehearsals focus on vocal techniques, enunciation, harmony singing, and expression. The repertoire includes a variety of genres, and is chosen based on student interests. In addition to honing live performance skills in advance of community events, students have the opportunity to co-create ideas for music videos, which are professionally recorded and produced.
SOGI CLUB
Grades 6 to 12 | Location: Brockton School
SOGI (pronounced so-jee) stands for Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity. Brockton’s SOGI Club is open to anyone, no matter what their sexual orientation or gender identity. The club supports creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for ALL students at Brockton, and helps organize initiatives such as International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, and Brockton’s annual Pride Week celebrations.
WARHAMMER/MAGIC THE GATHERING CLUB
Grades 6 to 12 | Location: Brockton School
The Warhammer/Magic the Gathering Club creates a space for Brockton students to connect with each other, engage creatively, and pursue their hobbies. All students are welcome - from seasoned players to curious beginners!
STUDENT LEADERSHIP
LEADERSHIP LIAISONS
Grades 6 to 7 | Location: Brockton School
The Leadership Liaison group is designed to cultivate essential skills such as professionalism, collaboration, inclusion, and ethical learning among young students. These young leaders are encouraged to present themselves professionally, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively with their peers to plan engaging and meaningful school events. In addition to their roles within the school, Leadership Liaisons connect with local community members, fostering a sense of civic responsibility and ethical engagement. These interactions provide students with opportunities to understand and address real-world issues, further developing their leadership and problem-solving skills.
Updated November 5, 2024
COMMUNITY ACTION TEAMS
Brockton’s Community Action Teams (CAT) aim to develop student leadership by exploring passion and action through collaborative student-led initiatives. Each team focuses on a different pillar of community action and helps to organize events and opportunities for team members, the school community, and the local and global communities.
Arts & Culture (CAT-AC) - The mission of the Brockton CAT-AC is to meaningfully explore, celebrate, and empower cultural diversity and the Arts at Brockton and beyond.
Environmental Responsibility (CAT-ER) - The mission of the Brockton CAT-ER is to foster a love of and responsibility for the environment by exploring and sharing how we can contribute to the preservation and restoration of the environment in a practical and sustainable manner.
Health & Wellbeing (CAT-HW) - The mission of the CAT-HW is to raise awareness about health and wellbeing by providing resources, offering educational opportunities, and encouraging self-advocacy and growth.
School Spirit (CAT-SS) - The mission of the CAT-SS is to foster an engaged and active community where people are inspired to participate in a variety of activities that promote the amazing Brockton school spirit.
Social Justice (CAT-SJ) - The mission of the CAT-SJ is to support an understanding and appreciation of social justice by providing education, and creating spaces where individuals can develop agency through equitable and ethical considerations and actions.
THE WORLD MUSIC PROGRAM
The Brockton World Music Program (WMP) focuses on building musical skills alongside life skills such as leadership, teamwork, and creative thinking. Students in the WMP play the same instrument (the marimba), and no prior musical experience is needed to join.
JUNIOR SPECIALIZED ENSEMBLE (JSE)
Grades 7 & 8
The Junior Specialized Ensemble (JSE) is a great way for students to discover and build their musical skills and creativity in a collaborative environment. The JSE combines exploratory play with performance, and students have the opportunity to participate in various performances throughout the year. JSE practices will take place each week on Wednesday mornings before school.
INTERMEDIATE SPECIALIZED ENSEMBLE (ISE)
Grades 9 & 10
The Intermediate Specialized Ensemble (ISE) gives students the opportunity to expand their technique and widen their knowledge of musical theory. The ISE combines exploratory play with performance, and students have the opportunity to participate in various performances throughout the year. ISE practices will be scheduled during the academic day.
SENIOR SPECIALIZED ENSEMBLE (SSE)
Grades 11 & 12
The Senior Specialized Ensemble (SSE) is an opportunity for students to further develop and refine their musical skills, develop practice strategies, and widen their musical literacy and knowledge. The SSE focuses on collaboration, with plenty of opportunity to participate in performances throughout the year. The SSE is considered part of the curriculum, and students receive 4 BC credits upon completion. It will be scheduled twice per week (2x1.5 hours of instructional time) during the academic day starting at 8am
