2024-25
Session 2: 12/02/24 to 2/21/25
Beyond the Bell
Welcome!
Cannon School strives to provide quality after-school Beyond the Bell (BTB) programming: classes for our JrK through 8th grade students and private music lessons for our K through 12th grade students. We are excited about the upcoming 2024-25 school year and hope your student(s) will join us for another exciting year of enrichment offerings!
Programs FAQS
Q: When and how can I sign up for BTB classes?
A: You can sign up anytime during the sign-up period (November 11th – November 29th). Additionally, we accept late registrations before week 2 of a session, if the class has open spots. Please note that class fees will NOT be prorated. We encourage online registration as this will have a date and time stamp, which is useful for popular classes. Registration Link: www.cannonschool.org/cannon-life/beyond-the-bell-enrichmentprogram or complete the registration form at the back of this booklet and return to the Enrichment Programs Office.
Q: What if I want to cancel or change a class in the middle of a session?
A: If your child is unhappy with his/her choice or their schedule has changed, you may cancel a class after the first week. Once the student has attended the second class, we are unable to cancel billing and full payment is required. Please note that you will be billed for the one class attended at the per-class cost.
Q: What are my payment options?
A: You can pay by check, cash, money order, or have the full amount billed to your student account. Payments are due with your registration.
Q. How many students are accepted in each BTB class?
A. Each class has its own minimum and maximum number of students. Classes that do not reach the minimum number required will be canceled and no charges will be applied. Classes will close once the maximum number has been reached, so early registration is recommended.
Session 2 (by day of week)
Monday
Crazy Fun – Crazy Beaders NEW PROGRAM
Offered by: Smart Educational Art
Beads, beads, and even more beads! From sports beads to neon beads, glo-in-the-dark beads, UV beads, dino beads, plus so much more!
Each week students will bead fun cool-looking key chains, braclets, and necklaces to name just a few items we’ll make. Students will learn to make patterns, create designs, increase fine motor skills, and have a blast with their friends. Let’s see what you can create!
Grades Day Time Cost
JrK - K Monday 3:00 – 4:00 $22/class; $154 total
Run Club NEW PROGRAM
Offered by: Danielle Lucas & Rachel Spry
Get ready to lace up and hit the ground running! Our Run Club is designed for 3rd to 6th graders who want to improve their fitness, build endurance, and have fun along the way. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, this club offers a supportive environment to set goals, learn running techniques, and participate in group runs. Through games, challenges, and friendly competitions, students will develop a love for running while making new friends. On your mark, get set, let’s run!
Grades Day Time Cost
3-6 Monday 3:00 – 4:00 $18/class; $126 total
Yoga Strong
Offered by: Angela Hernandez
Students will take part in both movement and stillness with the guidance of their certified yoga instructor. Together, we will learn about the importance of breath and have fun while learning about different yoga postures. In addition, we will practice techniques to help regulate emotions and assist us when we experience stress or anxiety. Students are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, which can be left on the first day of class.
Grades Day Time Cost
3 - 7 Monday 3:00-4:00 $22/class; $154 total
Tuesday
Holiday Baking with Chef Craig NEW PROGRAM
Offered by: Chef Craig Rosekrans
This is a hands-on cooking class for beginners. Students will learn how to cook a few of their favorite Christmas and Holiday treats from scratch. Such as: Christmas cookies, gingerbread houses, chocolate chip cookies, sugar cookies, cupcakes, and more. Students will learn basic cooking technics from Chef Craig, while learning their way around the kitchen. At the end of each class, students will be able to sample their creations and bring some of these tasty treats home to share.
Grades Day Time Cost
1 – 3 Tuesday 3:00-4:00 $22/class; $220 total
Artful Adventures
Offered by: Christiana Holyer
Come try your hand at art! Students will have the opportunity to complete a fun art project each week using a variety of artistic media (painting, paper, clay, pencils, etc..). They will also have time to work on art of their own choosing. All in all, letting your inner artist play a little is a great way to spend the afternoon during the darker days of winter!
Grades Day Time Cost
1 - 4 Tuesday 3:00-4:00 $22/class; $220 total
Tuesday (cont.)
Calling All Swifties! – Drama Class NEW PROGRAM
Offered by: ACT – Activate Community Through Theatre
Celebrate your love for Taylor Swift in this amazing BTB class offering. Students will immerse themselves in the world of Taylor Swift’s eras. Singing with the microphone, karaoke or alone, dancing and acting skills are taught in this celebration of Taylor Swift. Each week a different TS eras theme will be explored through singing, acting, and simple choreography. The final class will be a mini-Eras concert showcasing the performing arts skills learned through this awesome class.
Grades Day Time Cost
2 - 3 Tuesday 3:00 – 4:00 $22/class; $220 total
Ceramic Slab Building NEW PROGRAM
Offered by: Ellen Loflin
Ceramic Slab Building: Students will learn how to build ceramic bird houses and more using slabs of clay. Pieces will be kiln fired and students will decorate pieces with a variety of glazes.
Grades Day Time Cost
3-6 Tuesday 3:00 – 4:00 $22/class; $220 total
Wednesday
Intro. to Cougar Sports
Offered by: Allison Landino
Do you have a budding athlete who always seems to want to run, jump, and play? Students will be exposed to a variety of sports throughout the session. Sports will include kickball, soccer, yard games and more. Athletes will learn the rules of the games and go over the fundamentals of each sport and have plenty of friendly competitions each week. Class ends on Feb. 5th (No class Feb 12 & 19).
Grades Day Time Cost
1 - 3 Wednesday 3:00 – 4:00 $18/class; $144 total
Jr. Candy Makers
Offered by: Smart Educational Art
What could be better during the Holidays than making delicious, delectable treats to enjoy with family and friends! In the Jr. Candy Makers class, students will satisfy their sweet tooth while mastering the art of candy making. Lollipops, gummies, and decadent chocolates are just some of the many yummy treats your student will create. Each week students will leave excited to taste & share.
Grades Day Time Cost
1 - 3 Wednesday 3:00 – 4:00 $22/class; $220 total
Wednesday (cont.)
The Great Bridge-Off NEW PROGRAM
Offered by: Alex Bresalier
Join The Great Bridge-Off, where aspiring builders become master engineers in a friendly competition to design, build, and test the strongest, tallest, and most creative bridges and towers! Using popsicle sticks, straws, string, and cool materials, participants will explore engineering concepts like balance, weight distribution, and structural strength. Each week, they’ll try new challenges –can their creations hold up under pressure? With plenty of teamwork, problem-solving, and fun, everyone will feel like real engineers! Note: Hot glue guns will be used (under careful supervision) to bring these epic structures to life!
Grades Day Time Cost
2-6 Wednesday 3:00 – 4:00 $22/class; $220 total
Creative Critters NEW PROGRAM
Offered by: Kaitlin Bumgarner
Get your creative juices flowing in this class where you will use all kinds of materials to make your own lovable critters. We will use string & fabric, felt, clay, wood, paint, and more design one-of-akind friends you can keep forever! (No class on January 8th)
Grades Day Time Cost
3 - 5 Wednesday 3:00 – 4:00 $22/class; $198 total
Thursday
Mini-Michelangelos
Offered by: Krista Johns
In this fun and crafty class, students will create several one-of-a-kind and functional art pieces with winter and holiday themes! A variety of materials will be used including clay, model magic, canvas, and recycled materials. The finished works of art are perfect gifts for family & friends. (No class on Dec. 19th)
Grades Day Time Cost
JrK – 1 Thursday 3:00-4:00 $22/class; $198 total
Coed Lacrosse Skills
Offered by: Cannon School Lacrosse Coaches
This class is taught by coaches and Varsity players of Cannon’s boys and girls lacrosse programs. Participants learn the fundamentals of catching, throwing, cradling, and shooting through a variety of drills and activities, while focusing on teamwork, sportsmanship, and commitment. Sticks and mouthguards are encouraged, but not required.
Class ends on Feb. 6th (No class Feb 13 & 20).
Grades Day Time Cost
1 – 4 Thursday 3:00-4:00 $18/class; $144 total
TaeKwonDo
Offered by: Concord TaeKwonDo
TaeKwonDo is a life-long form of exercise and self-defense. Students are taught the basics of TaeKwonDo, including forms and sparring techniques. Students of all levels are welcome.
Grades Day Time Cost
1 – 6 Thursday 3:00 – 4:00 $18/class; $180 total
Thursday (cont.)
Intro. to Painting NEW PROGRAM
Offered by: Alex Bresalier
Embark on a colorful journey in our Intro to Painting class! Budding artists will learn the basics of mixing colors, brushwork techniques, glazing, and envisioning their own masterpieces on canvas. We will focus on learning the basics of how to use watercolor and acrylic paint. We will create works such vibrant landscapes to abstarct wonders, unleash your creativity, and bring your imagination to life stroke by stroke! Join this messy fun and bring home masterpieces to impress the whole family
Grades Day Time Cost
2 - 5 Thursday 3:00 – 4:00 $22/class; $220 total
Calling All Swifties! – Drama Class NEW PROGRAM
Offered by: ACT – Activate Community Through Theatre
Celebrate your love for Taylor Swift in this amazing BTB class offering. Students will immerse themselves in the world of Taylor Swift’s eras. Singing with the microphone, karaoke or alone, dancing and acting skills are taught in this celebration of Taylor Swift. Each week a different TS eras theme will be explored through singing, acting, and simple choreography. The final class will be a mini-Eras concert showcasing the performing arts skills learned through this awesome class.
Grades Day Time Cost
4 - 6 Thursday 3:00 – 4:00 $22/class; $220 Total
Friday
Lego: Build & Play
Offered by: Allison Landino & Danielle Lucas
Let’s build! This class will center around the student’s natural desire to build & create new things. Let’s build a city! Let’s build a fort! Students will be able to work in pairs or create their own individual Lego project. Let’s build together! Class will end on Feb. 7th.
(No class on Feb. 21)
Grades Day Time Cost
JrK - 1 Friday 3:00-4:00 $18/class; $108 total
Jewelry Making & Crafty Things
Offered by: Kaitlin Bumgarner
This class will incorporate lots of different crafting from paper crafts to beautiful glass beaded braclets. Come have fun being creative and make lots of beautiful, even gift-able items!
(No class on January 10th)
Grades Day Time Cost
1 – 3 Friday 3:00-4:00 $22/class; $132 total
Friday (cont.)
Youth Drama Ensemble NEW PROGRAM
Offered by: Jessica Zingher – Zingher Productions
In this youth drama ensemble, students can explore their imaginations and express themselves through movement, voice, and storytelling. They will learn various acting, singing, and choreography techniques and play theatre games to build confidence and creative skills throughout the session. On the last class date, students will share a bit of their creativity and newfound actining skills for family and friends in the classic tale Alice in Wonderland.
Grades Day Time Cost 1 – 3 Friday 3:00-4:00 $22/class; $154 total
Chess 101 and 102
Offered by: Dominique Myers
Our chess curriculum addresses various skill levels (beginner, experienced, advanced) and is taught by a U.S. Chess Federation rated and certified coach. This program has launched players who compete at the local, state, and national levels while enjoying the art and science of chess! Analytical thinking skills and problemsolving techniques are emphasized as a tool for learning. Students will be assigned based on their experience/skill level: Chess 101 is perfect for those new to the game of chess; Chess 102 develops tactical and positional skills.
Grades Day Time Cost 1 – 8 Friday 3:00 – 4:00 $18/class; $126 total
Private Music Lessons
Cannon School is pleased to offer private music instruction to our Cannon students. Registration is only available online at the Beyond the Bell page; please see the Music Registration link on the Cannon website.
Session 1 - private lessons are available as indicated below:
Piano: Grades K-12
Offered by: Ms. Dornburg
Piano: Grades K-12
Offered by: Mr. Poissant
Voice: Grades 2-12
Offered by: Mr. Beyer
Strings: Grades K-12
Offered by: Student teacher, as available.
When: Student lessons begin at 3 p.m. each day and may be offered as late as 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $30 per 30-minute private lesson (Student strings instructor is $25 per 30-minute private lesson.)
Private music lessons are charged to the student’s account per 10-week session. Please note that because of “no lesson” days, sessions vary from 6 to 10 lessons.
Session 2 – Student #1
Applicant’s Name (Last) (First)
Parent’s Name (Last) (First)
Contact Cell #
Dismissal Instructions: Pick-Up _____ After School Program
REGISTRATION FORM
Session 2 – Student #2
Applicant’s Name (Last) (First)
Grade Teacher/Advisor
Parent’s Name (Last) (First)
Main Contact Cell #
Main Contact Email Address
Dismissal Instructions: Pick-Up __ _ After School Program
BTB Class Title Day Time Cost
Total Cost of Sessions =
Payment Form (check one):
____ Check Enclosed _ Bill Student Account
2024-25 Session
Beyond the Bell Overview – Session 2
12/02/2024 – 2/21/2025
Crazy Fun – Crazy Beaders – JrK-K (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Run Club – 3-6 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Yoga Strong – 3-7 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Baking with Chef Craig – 1-3 (3:00 - 4:00 p.m.)
Artful Adventures – 1-4 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Calling All Swifties – 2-3 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Ceramic Slab Building – 3-6 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Intro to Cougar Sports – 1-3 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Jr. Candy Makers – 1-3 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
The Great Bridge-Off – 2-6 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Creative Critters – 3-5 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Mini-Michelangelos – JrK-1 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Coed Lacrosse Skills – 1-4 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Tae Kwon Do – 1-6 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Intro to Painting – 2-5 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Calling All Swifties – 4-6 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
LEGO Build & Play - JrK-1 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Jewelry Making & Crafts 1-3 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Youth Drama Ensemble - 1-3 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)
Chess 101 &102 - 1-8 (3:00-4:00 p.m.)